Renee knows that to focus on solving her math problem, she needs to filter out the background noise in the classroom, such as her friends talking to each other. Renee is using __________ attention.
A. selective
B. sustained
C. operational
D. executive
Answer: A
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After the accidental death of the family dog, Max, Brenda is concerned that her 8-year-old son Daniel is demonstrating symptoms of depression. In weighing the options for treatment, Brenda should understand __________.
A. antidepressants such as Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, and Wellbutrin show no negative effects on children B. the scientific literature is clear about the correct dosage of antidepressants for age and size C. critics suggest no one knows the long-term consequences of antidepressant use on the developing brain D. antidepressants are more effective than talk therapy
During Brian's infancy, his mother suffered from alcoholism and abused drugs. She was never emotionally available to him. As a result, he now has difficulty in his relationships with others and cannot trust people easily. This situation supports the views of the _____
A) sociocultural perspective B) psychosexual theory C) psychosocial development theory D) analytic psychology
Current employers are not very happy with the academic skills of many of their employees
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The nurture view of individual differences in intelligence
a. emphasizes the role of genetic factors. b. emphasizes the role of experiential factors. c. was the view held by Sir Francis Galton. d. has been largely discredited by contemporary research.