All of the following statements about infant-directed (ID) speech are supported by research except
a. infants prefer ID speech over adult-directed speech, even if it is presented in a language that they have not previously heard
b. infants' preference for ID speech is limited to spoken language, unless they and their parents are both deaf and have been communicating only with sign language
c. ID speech may function like a set of introductory language lessons for young infants by exaggerating categorical differences between speech sounds
d. infants' preference for ID speech may reflect the fact that it focuses on emotional communication more than AD speech does
B
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a. integrates sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory into a single, complex system. b. expands the functions and processes of short-term memory. c. takes the place of the old concept of sensory memory. d. expands the functions and processes of long-term memory.
A psychohistorical perspective is the ability to
a. remember historical events. b. anticipate the future. c. know future history at a psychic level. d. integrate information about past, present, and future.
Opium smoking was widespread in China by 200 BC.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Social Psychology in Action Video 10: Bystander EffectClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 322 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:The video illustrates the bystander effect using a business woman versus a homeless woman. Design you own study, and indicate what factor(s) you would manipulate to investigate the impact upon the helping behavior of the observers. Based on what you learned in the video, what would you predict will happen, and why?
What will be an ideal response?