An explanation of a phenomenon given after its occurrence is called a(n):

a. a priori explanation.
b. previous explanation.
c. post hoc explanation.
d. postulate.


c

Psychology

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Since Charles was young, he has believed that Canadians are arrogant, smug people. He only has to find out that a person is from Canada and he draws the conclusion that that person is arrogant and smug. Charles is displaying:

a. discrimination b. prejudice c. group polarization d. deindividuation

Psychology

One problem psychologists have with using personality types is they

a. are hereditary constructs. b. oversimplify personality. c. describe character, not personality. d. are not observable or measurable.

Psychology

In __________ attachment, infants show a clear preference for their primary caregiver

over strangers. a. secure b. successful c. resistant d. avoidant e. underdeveloped

Psychology

The eyes detect different colors by using the _______

a. cortex b. cones c. shafts d. rods

Psychology