During the embryonic period, the effect teratogens can have ______.
A. is minimal
B. primarily affects limb growth
C. can be quite significant
D. primarily affects brain growth
Answer: C
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1 The motor cortex is situated directly behind the somatosensory cortex 2 Mirror neurons are located in association areas in the occipital lobe of the brain 3 The activation of mirror neurons is vital in allowing us to learn how to imitate the subtle muscle movements of a complex motor skill 4 The activation of mirror neurons appears to help us recognize the goal-directed behaviours of others 5 Plasticity refers to cortex adaptation to changes in sensory inputs
Regarding sleep disturbances, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Sleep disturbances have been shown to pose a serious risk to one's physical health. b. Sleep disturbances have not been shown to have a significant effect on one's emotional well-being. c. Sleep clinics treat thousands of people each year who suffer from sleep disorders or sleep complaints. d. Artificial lighting, exciting pastimes, and hectic schedules have contributed to a near epidemic of sleep problems.
Ellen's expectation that other people will treat her fairly is an example of what Bandura called:
a. paradigms c. cognitive factors b. traits d. environmental influences
Rochelle is taking a test in which she is asked to come up with as many different ways as possible to make use of a straw. This is most likely a test of __________
A) convergent thinking B) divergent thinking C) practical intelligence D) analytical intelligence