When using an empirical approach, psychologists focus on
A. behaviors and experiences that can be observed directly.
B. questions concerning sensation and perception.
C. using computers and other technology to understand people.
D. building an "empire" of psychological researchers around the world using the Internet.
A. behaviors and experiences that can be observed directly.
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a. superego b. self-concept c. gender preference d. reward structure
Being in a neutral or negative mood decreases the likelihood of making what type of cognitive mistake?
A. fundamental attribution error B. actor-observer bias C. false consensus effect D. false uniqueness bias
Which of the following is most easily acquired during a sensitive time in development?
a. learning a new sport b. learning a language c. learning new methods of mathematical calculations d. learning concepts of mechanics
Central to Albert Ellis's REBT (rational emotive behavior therapy) is that:
A. Consequences are an automatic reaction to the activating event. B. Cognitions, emotions, and behaviors are not interactive. C. Events do not upset you; instead, it is your belief about what has happened that upsets you. D. Rigidity, "must" thoughts, and one-sidedness are strongly favored.