Jefferson was late to work, speeding, and was pulled over and given a ticket. Without too much fuss, he reluctantly paid the fine, knowing full well he should not have been speeding
Which of the following characteristics of adulthood most closely resembles Jefferson's attitude?
a. accepting responsibility for oneself
b. making independent decisions
c. becoming financially independent
d. possessing emotional stability
Answer: A
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a. trace the evolution of the human race. b. identify the biochemical processes involved in thought. c. determine how organisms change over time. d. predict adult behavior. e. study the effects of genetic mutations on behavior.
Briefly explain how people who are high in need for achievement differ from people low in need for achievement in terms of their approaches to achievement-related situations. Why are their approaches different?
What will be an ideal response?
While watching TV, Yara and her friend Sophie see an advertisement of a new shampoo. While Yara tells Sophie that she intends to buy the product, Sophie, who is a dermatologist, warns her that the shampoo has harsh chemicals that could be harmful to the scalp and hair. After hearing this, Yara decides not to buy the shampoo. Over the next few months, the advertisement is often played on TV. Yara forgets Sophie's warning and buys the shampoo. This is an example of ________.
A. the curvilinear effect B. the neutral effect C. the inoculation effect D. the sleeper effect
According to the authors of your text, who is in the best position to judge which concepts contained within the various personality theories are useful and which are not?
A) a scientist B) a prominent personality theorist C) a behaviorist D) you