Explain why researchers interested in human development study different cultures. Give an example of a research question that would benefit from a multicultural comparison
What will be an ideal response
Researchers interested in human development study different cultures in order to
allow them to notice when patterns are universal and to provide insights into the
effects of different environments. Examples will vary, but students should provide an
example that demonstrates one of these purposes.
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Your text's discussion of eyewitness testimony illustrates that this type of memory is frequently influenced by all of the following EXCEPT
A. failing to elaboratively rehearse these kinds of events due to fear. B. inattention to relevant information due to the emotional nature of these events. C. source-monitoring errors due to familiarity. D. increased confidence due to post-event questioning.
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the treatment of specific phobias? a. Structured exposure-based exercises are no longer considered necessary
b. Individuals with "blood" phobias must learn to relax their muscles to keep their blood pressure high enough to prevent fainting. c. Exposure-based exercises actually change brain functioning. d. Avoiding a phobic situation weakens the phobic response.
According to one meta-analysis, offenders who were assigned to drug court had a ____________ recidivism rate, while those who were not had a _______________ recidivism rate
A. 54.5%; 45.5% B. 74.5%; 35.5% C. 45.5%; 54.5% D. 35.5%; 74.5%
Approximately what percent of babies in the United States are born prematurely?
A) 6 B) 12 C) 21 D) 28