An evolutionary psychologist observes that in romantic situations, men tend to stand up straighter than typical. What conclusion might they draw?
A. Height and posture are traits subject to sexual selection.
B. Intrasexual selection is occurring.
C. Height and posture are indirectly related to dominance.
D. Height and posture are intersexually selected traits.
Answer: A
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Which phrase best describes psychosocial crisis?
a. An unusual set of stresses and strains b. An absence of societal demands c. A normal set of stresses and strains d. An unpredictable life event
Critics of the trait approach have argued that there is
A. little consistency of behavior across situations. B. no valid prediction of behavior from test scores. C. too much reliance on situational factors rather than the traits themselves. D. all of the above
According to the 1996 Supreme Court ruling in the Jaffe v. Redmond case,
a. mental health professionals who misrepresent their credentials are guilty of a felony. b. a client's consent is necessary before his/her psychotherapy records can be disclosed. c. specific confidentiality guidelines depend on the age of the client. d. non-sexual dual relationships are not considered harmful to the client, from a legal perspective.
Susan is frustrated that her roommate refuses to clean up after herself. Rather than confront her directly, she chooses instead to hide her roommate's keys. This is an example of ___________ behavior
a. compromise b. passive-aggressive c. accommodating d. avoiding