In correlational research, it is possible that a third variable influences the relationship of the other two variables. This type of variable is labeled a(n)

A) independent variable.
B) dependent variable.
C) moderator variable.
D) indirect variable.


C

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Jack feels discomfort in developing close relationships and is somewhat odd in his behavior. If Jack has a mental disorder, it would probably be classified as:

A. schizophrenia B. agoraphobia C. bipolar I disorder D. schizotypal personality disorder

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The rate at which a neuron fires depends on the:

A) number of terminals of nearby interneurons B) relative strength of excitatory and inhibitory inputs it receives C) number of postsynaptic receptors on this neuron D) number of autoreceptors on this neuron

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According to social comparison theory, we are most likely to compare our abilities to those of another person when ________

A) there is no objective measure to judge ourselves by B) the other that we are comparing ourselves to belongs to a different group C) available objective measures may result in decreased self-esteem D) available subjective measures may result in increased self-esteem E) the other that we are comparing ourselves to is of a higher status

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Briefly describe the biological factors that have been implicated in feeding and eating disorders.

What will be an ideal response?

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