Some sex differences in gross motor activity in early childhood have been found. However, these differences
a. are not as large as differences between individual children.
b. disappear by age 7.
c. are attributed to genetics.
d. are attributed to environmental causes.
a
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The contact hypothesis suggests that prejudice
a. can be reduced by bringing groups into contact with each other. b. is the result of groups being brought into contact with each other. c. results in increased group interaction. d. results in decreased group interaction. e. will be more apparent in situations of intergroup cooperation.
Professor Jacobs is telling his class that suicide prevention centers are thought to be extremely helpful. He says, "Although they only evaluate suicidal potential, they typically operate twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Research shows that the phone counselors and these centers are effective." Which portion of the statement is accurate? a. They typically operate twenty-four hours a
day, seven days a week b. Research shows that these centers are effective. c. They only evaluate suicidal potential. d. Research shows that the phone counselors are effective.
What are the two specialized extensions of the neuron that allow it to communicate?
A) axons and synapses B) dendrites and axons C) dendrites and cell bodies D) axons and myelin
In an experiment described in the text, students in one group were taught study skills and students in a second group were taught study skills and problem solving. The results were:
a. no difference in use of skills. b. better grades among those taught problem solving. c. deterioration in the use of study skills by those not taught problem solving. d. both b and c.