A display of 12 letters is flashed on a screen in front of you, followed by a tone. You attempt to recall a portion of the display based on the specific tone you heard. What aspect of your memory is this experiment designed to assess?

A. Primary memory
B. Sensory memory
C. Long-term memory
D. Short-term memory


Answer: B

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Aretha’s BMI is 28. Jolene’s is 32. Which statement is true?

A. Aretha and Jolene are both overweight, but neither is obese. B. Aretha is overweight, and Jolene is obese. C. Both Aretha and Jolene are obese. D. Aretha is normal weight and Jolene is overweight.

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Which statement concerning research questions in social psychology is false? a. Social psychologists sometimes develop research questions based on their own personal experiences andobservations

b. Research questions can be inspired by real-world events. c. Research questions are often determined after the research begins rather than before it starts. d. Social psychologists can develop research questions from song lyrics.

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Gilligan's approach to describing moral reasoning emphasize _______________ over justice

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The autonomic nervous system does NOT directly influence which of the following?

a. Blushing over an embarrassing situation. b. Dilated pupils and rapid heartbeat. c. The fear experienced when a rat rushes across the room. d. Transmitted messages about sight, sound, smell, taste, and tactile information.

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