Which of the following is the most appropriate research method for studying the effects of moderate to heavy parental smoking on infants from birth to 1 year of age?
a. experimental study
b. naturalistic observation
c. correlational study
d. case study
ANSWER:
c
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a. our cultural backgrounds exert a considerable influence over our behavior. b. motives and expectations can color our experiences. c. unconscious motivation has little impact on overt behavior. d. differing theoretical perspectives can provide a more complete understanding of behavior.
The winning numbers in the local lottery are announced every Wednesday, right after the local news broadcast. Based on what is known about schedules of reinforcement, you should conclude that people who are listening for the lottery numbers will have their listening reinforced based on a:
a. fixed-interval schedule b. fixed-ratio schedule c. variable-ratio schedule d. variable-interval schedule
Often, two correlated measures are related as a result of the influence of a third variable
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
How did Wolfgang Köhler's work with chimpanzees call the law of effect into question?
A. The chimps did not use trial and error, but studied the problem before trying a solution. B. Köhler had to build a larger version of the Skinner box, and the chimps were able to knock it down. C. The animals waited for Köhler to model the solution, then repeatedly copied what he did. D. The chimps showed no interest in solving the problems because they knew they would eventually be fed.