Some linguists argue that the extraordinary size of the human brain in comparison to other species is largely due to the evolution of ____

a. the human species
b. language
c. cognition
d. memory


Answer: B

Psychology

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A. centration B. pretend play C. a focus on appearances D. a theory of mind

Psychology

Failure to thrive is more common among ____

a. girls b. children from disadvantaged environments c. adolescents d. individuals with mental retardation

Psychology

The first grade teacher gives students stickers when they perform well. If they earn five stickers in one day they are exempt from homework. The stickers in this example could also be called

a. token reinforcers. b. primary reinforcers. c. bribes. d. prepotent responses.

Psychology

During young adulthood, all body systems—including the digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and sexual-reproductive systems—function

poorly. optimally. equally to those of adolescents. equally to those of middle-age adults.

Psychology