Which of the following is one of the purposes of measuring intelligence?
a. Determining if individuals qualify for government disability benefits
b. Ensuring that standardized tests are scored and interpreted fairly
c. Identifying what individuals in certain age groups should know
d. Categorizing developmental stages for statistical purposes
a. Determining if individuals qualify for government disability benefits
Determining if individuals qualify for government disability benefits is the purposes of measuring intelligence.
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In addition to conscientiousness and extraversion, what is one of the "big five" dimensions of temperament?
a. aggressiveness b. mood c. distractability d. neuroticism
Research has shown that compared to adults, adolescents are __________ of the risks and consequences of risky behavior.
A. just as cognitively aware B. much less cognitively aware C. more cognitively aware D. completely cognitively unaware
Patrick witnesses a burglary. He is asked by the police to identify the burglar from a lineup of suspects. Patrick gets confused and points at the wrong man because he had seen him in the same place at a different time. This scenario illustrates:
A) absentmindedness. B) transience. C) memory misattribution. D) blocking.
There is a negative correlation between wearing one's seat belt and the severity of injuries received during an accident. Which statement correctly illustrates this correlation?
A) The more often you wear your seat belt, the more serious the injury you are likely to receive in an accident. B) The more often you wear your seat belt, the less likely you are to suffer serious injuries in an accident. C) Wearing your seatbelt prevents you from being injured in an accident. D) Failing to wear your seat belt increases the likelihood that you will sustain serious injuries in an accident.