The degree to which a particular trait is predetermined by our genes is called

A) heritability.
B) canalization.
C) phenotyping.
D) somatotyping.


B

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In Alfred Adler's theory, what is "individual psychology"?

a. A psychology that concentrates on what makes each person unique b. A psychology of the person as a whole c. Psychotherapy that treats just one person at a time d. The separate contributions of the id, ego, and superego

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Professor Strauss is mentoring several assistant professors in addition to all the graduate and undergraduate students he teaches. He is known for his willingness to share his wisdom with those interested in his field of study. Erikson would suggest that Professor Strauss is exhibiting

a. generativity. c. stagnation. b. integrity. d. maturity.

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Which of the following is related to the development of more prosocial behaviors?

a. Assigning responsibilities to children that benefit the whole family b. Assigning responsibilities to children that teach them to rely on themselves c. Showing children how to take care of their own things so that others don't need to d. All of these

Psychology

Input from Ib sensory fibers

A. inhibits the activity of alpha motor neurons. B. activates alpha motor neurons. C. contracts muscle spindles. D. contracts muscles.

Psychology