When Alex learned that the local supermarket sells chemically grown vegetables, he started buying vegetables that were sold at the organic farmers' market. In the context of changing attitudes through persuasion, Alex was influenced by _____

A) stereotyping
B) prejudice
C) selective avoidance
D) fear appeal


D

Psychology

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In which situation might a person exhibit a social phobia?

a. performing at a concert b. watching a concert on TV c. going for a walk d. having one's name called over the loudspeaker at a concert

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Compare and contrast lesioning and electrical stimulation of the brain

What will be an ideal response?

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Proteins called ____ bind DNA into a shape that is more like string wound around a ball

a. enzymes b. histones c. esters d. acetyl groups

Psychology