If you heard that a person exposed himself to another person in a place of business, you would probably think that the person was abnormal until you realized the person was exposing himself to his family doctor during the course of a physical examination. This story illustrates the importance of
a. situational context.
b. cultural relativity.
c. social nonconformity.
d. subjective discomfort.
A
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What should be inferred from studies on the relationship between spirituality and positive life outcomes?
A. Spirituality is linked to positive outcomes that are altruistic in nature. B. Positive life outcomes are not enhanced by spirituality. C. Positive outcomes are subjective, making it difficult to understand the influence of spirituality. D. The relationship is nuanced, indicating that spirituality might be bidirectional.
A group of axons bundled together is called a ________.
a. synaptic vesicle
b. primary cluster
c. nerve
d. myelinated pathway
Just before the race, a sprinter at a track meet tries to become angry by picturing a rival cheating. This is likely to noticeably increase his arousal level and
a. improve his performance. b. decrease his performance. c. have no effect on his performance. d. distract his rival so the rival will perform more poorly.
Interpersonal relationships (e.g., popularity with friends) contribute most heavily to self-esteem during
a. adolescence. b. middle childhood. c. early childhood. d. toddlerhood.