Reggie has noticed conspicuous examples of drunkenness around campus, at fraternity parties, social gatherings, and other events. Based on this, he assumes that the majority of students drink heavily, and therefore so should he. Reggie has fallen prey to __________.
A. alcoholism
B. the false consensus effect
C. competitive drinking
D. the perils of addiction
Answer: B
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A teacher discontinues a successful token economy after 6 weeks. Behavioral gains observed in students at the end of treatment can be expected to
a. remain the same. b. decline. c. stop completely. d. increase.
A informs physicians and family members of a person's endoflife medical preferences
a. "do not resuscitate" order b. living will c. durable power of attorney d. directive of advice
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a. increases; decreases b. decreases; increases c. increases; increases d. remains constant; increases or decreases