Experimenters Hubel and Wiesel found cells in the visual cortex that respond only to a pattern of light in a particular shape and location. We would describe those cells as what?

a. Opponent processes
b. Gestalts
c. Feature detectors
d. Photopigments


c

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a. has been ineffective. b. has only shown success when combined with the use of medications. c. has been effective for boys, but not for girls. d. tends to be more successful when it rewards good behavior and includes parent training.

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Success in marriage has to do with a couple’s __________, perhaps more than any other social indicator emphasized by social scientists in earlier studies of marital adjustment.

A) gentleness and humor in relating to each other B) social similarity C) financial stress D) age at marriage

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For bereaved parents there is a positive relationship between satisfaction with comfort and support provided by health care professionals and psychological well-being

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following people is most likely to be hired for leadership positions?

a. Rebecca, who is assertive and task-oriented, for a position over a unit experiencing high turnover b. Tom, who is assertive and task-oriented, for a position over a unit experiencing high turnover c. Angela, who is interpersonally skilled and democratic, for a position over a unit that works like a well-oiled machine d. Carl, who is interpersonally skilled and democratic, for a position over a unit experiencing high turnover

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