Who discovered that the retina, not the lens, is the light sensitive part of the eye and that inoculation might prevent disease??
a. ?Avicenna
b. ?Averroës
c. ?Maimonides
d. ?St. Anselm
ANSWER:
b
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a. manipulation of the cause c. keeping all other things equal b. measurement of the effect d. none of these
Thorndike’s law of effect states that
A. actions followed by loud noises are more likely to occur.
B. repetition of actions followed by electrical shock can be most accurately predicted in the future.
C. actions followed by pleasurable consequences are more likely to occur.
D. an increase in physical stimulation will yield a decrease in mental agitation.
What factors help explain the difference between Black and White students on standardized tests?
a. White students are genetically better prepared for school achievement than Blacks. b. White students’ families are generally better-educated. c. More money (per student) is spent on educating White than Black students. d. B and C e. All of the above
The psychiatrist is treating a 34-year-old patient with symptoms of anxiety and a history of cocaine abuse. The patient has brought suit against her current employer for harassment at work and has entered her anxiety disorder as evidence of damage. The psychiatrist is obliged to inform the patient that , if subpoenaed, the psychiatrist:
a. Cannot testify because it is breach of confidentiality. b. Cannot testify because the psychiatrist is not the court-appointed expert. c. Will only have to testify about the patient's anxiety symptoms. d. May have to testify about all of the patient's psychiatric problems e. Will no longer be able to provide treatment to the patient.