After stretching an intrafusal fiber, the next event is
A) an increase in action potentials along the associated sensory neuron.
B) a decrease in...
When there is a resistance to the movement produced by a given limb muscle,
When there is a resistance to the movement produced by a given limb muscle,
A) gamma motor neurons are inhibited by higher brain centers.
B) there...
Ten-year-old Tina falls while climbing a tree and lands on her back. Her frightened parents take her to the local emergency room where she is examined. Her knee jerk reflex is normal and she exhibits a negative Babinski reflex. These results suggest that
Ten-year-old Tina falls while climbing a tree and lands on her back. Her frightened parents take her to the local emergency room where she is examined....
The structure whose abnormal function is associated with Parkinson's disease is the
The structure whose abnormal function is associated with Parkinson's disease is the
A) spinal cord.
B) basal ganglia.
C) cerebellum.
D) primary motor...
Interneurons of the corticospinal tract synapse onto
Interneurons of the corticospinal tract synapse onto
A) visceral efferents.
B) somatic efferents.
C) interneurons of central pattern generators.
Answer:...
Most reflexes are regulated by
Most reflexes are regulated by
A) the brain.
B) the spinal cord.
C) ganglia.
D) positive feedback.
E) negative feedback.
Answer: ...
Which class of movement can be considered a combination of the other two?
Which class of movement can be considered a combination of the other two?
A) reflex
B) voluntary
C) rhythmic
Answer: ...
Most reflex movements are integrated by
Most reflex movements are integrated by
A) the brain.
B) the spinal cord.
C) central pattern generators.
D) proprioceptors.
E) effectors.
Answer:...
Motor neurons are sometimes inhibited by
Motor neurons are sometimes inhibited by
A) Golgi tendon organs.
B) muscle spindle organs.
C) joint receptors.
Answer: ...
The "normal" contractile fibers of the muscle are also called the
The "normal" contractile fibers of the muscle are also called the
A) extrafusal fibers.
B) intrafusal fibers.
C) muscle spindle fibers.
Answer:...
Spinal interneurons prevent muscle antagonists from interfering with an intended movement by
Spinal interneurons prevent muscle antagonists from interfering with an intended movement by
A) initiating a crossed extensor reflex.
B) initiating...
It is the middle of winter and you walk over an icy patch and lose your balance. As you begin to fall, you react by extending your arms to catch yourself. In this instance, what type of reflex is occurring?
It is the middle of winter and you walk over an icy patch and lose your balance. As you begin to fall, you react by extending your arms to catch yourself....
The reflex that complements a withdrawal reflex by making compensatory adjustments on the opposite side of the body receiving the stimulus is the
The reflex that complements a withdrawal reflex by making compensatory adjustments on the opposite side of the body receiving the stimulus is the
A)...
The flexion reflex
The flexion reflex
A) prevents a muscle from overstretching.
B) prevents a muscle from generating damaging tension.
C) moves a limb away from a painful...
The reflex that prevents a muscle from exerting too much tension is the
The reflex that prevents a muscle from exerting too much tension is the
A) stretch reflex.
B) tendon reflex.
C) flexor reflex.
D) crossed extensor...
The sensory fibers of the muscle spindle organs synapse onto
The sensory fibers of the muscle spindle organs synapse onto
A) Golgi tendon organs.
B) gamma motor neurons.
C) alpha motor neurons.
D) joint receptors.
Answer:...
Which is NOT true regarding autonomic reflexes?
Which is NOT true regarding autonomic reflexes?
A) Vomiting, sneezing, and coughing are all examples of autonomic reflexes.
B) Integrating centers...
Which reflex is NOT controlled by the brain stem?
Which reflex is NOT controlled by the brain stem?
A) urination
B) vomiting
C) sneezing
D) swallowing
E) salivating
Answer: ...
Identify the FALSE statement.
Identify the FALSE statement.
A) Adipose tissue is controlled by autonomic efferents.
B) All reflexes require input from the brain.
C) Some reflexes...
A polysynaptic reflex has at least ________ in the reflex pathway.
A polysynaptic reflex has at least ________ in the reflex pathway.
A) one synapse
B) two synapses
C) two neurons
D) three neurons
E) two synapses...
The effector in a reflex is the
The effector in a reflex is the
A) control center.
B) afferent neuron.
C) efferent neuron.
D) sensory receptor.
E) muscle or gland.
Answer:...
Random variability exists because
Random variability exists because
a. relationships between variables are rarely perfect.
b. relationships between variables can only be positive or...
Igor notices that the more time he spends working in the laboratory, the more familiar he becomes with the standard laboratory procedures. What type of relationship does this observation represent?
Igor notices that the more time he spends working in the laboratory, the more familiar he becomes with the standard laboratory procedures. What type...
If a researcher finds that younger students contributed more to a discussion on human sexuality than did older students, what type of relationship between age and participation was found?
If a researcher finds that younger students contributed more to a discussion on human sexuality than did older students, what type of relationship between...
An experimenter had one group of participants eat ice cream that was packaged in a red carton, whereas another group of participants ate the same flavoured ice cream from a green carton. Participants then indicated how much they liked the ice cream by rating the taste on a 1-5 scale. The independent variable in this experiment was the
An experimenter had one group of participants eat ice cream that was packaged in a red carton, whereas another group of participants ate the same flavoured...
By employing randomization, the researcher ensures that
By employing randomization, the researcher ensures that
a. participants are manipulated at random.
b. one group is different than the other.
c. any...
A researcher observed that drinking coffee improved performance on complex math problems up to a point. The researcher also noted, however, that excessive coffee drinking actually interferes with problem solving. What type of relationship was observed?
A researcher observed that drinking coffee improved performance on complex math problems up to a point. The researcher also noted, however, that excessive...
If a positive relationship between the amount of candy consumed and the amount of weight gained in a month exists, what should the results be like?
If a positive relationship between the amount of candy consumed and the amount of weight gained in a month exists, what should the results be like?
a....
When a researcher manipulates temperature of a room in order to examine the effect it has on task performance, the different temperature conditions are referred to as the _____ of the variable.
When a researcher manipulates temperature of a room in order to examine the effect it has on task performance, the different temperature conditions...
What is the primary advantage of a field experiment over a laboratory experiment?
What is the primary advantage of a field experiment over a laboratory experiment?
a. Mediating variables are considered.
b. Randomization procedures...
The reliability of a test can be assessed by employing techniques that measure individuals at only one point in time. Which of the following is not one of these techniques?
The reliability of a test can be assessed by employing techniques that measure individuals at only one point in time. Which of the following is not...
To assess the reliability of a measure, one should _____ the measures.
To assess the reliability of a measure, one should _____ the measures.
a. calculate the correlation coefficient between scores on
b. directly observe...
You take your temperature with a thermometer three times over a 20-minute period and observe the following measurements: 98, 106, and 89 degrees. You should conclude that the _____ of the thermometer is _____.
You take your temperature with a thermometer three times over a 20-minute period and observe the following measurements: 98, 106, and 89 degrees. You...
Categorizing automobiles as American-made or Foreign-made would be an example of a(n) _____ scale.
Categorizing automobiles as American-made or Foreign-made would be an example of a(n) _____ scale.
a. nominal
b. ordinal
c. interval
d. ratio
Answer:...
When you took an I.Q. test last week, your score was 112. This week, taking the same test, your I.Q. was 96. This I.Q. test appears to lack 41) ______
When you took an I.Q. test last week, your score was 112. This week, taking the same test, your I.Q. was 96. This I.Q. test appears to lack 41) ______
a....
One way to increase the reliability of a measurement scale is to
One way to increase the reliability of a measurement scale is to
a. calculate a correlation coefficient.
b. decrease the number of items within the...
You have just received a new digital tape measure. When you measure the same board four times, you find the measure fluctuates from 4 to 8 inches. Your new tape measure can be said to be low in
You have just received a new digital tape measure. When you measure the same board four times, you find the measure fluctuates from 4 to 8 inches. Your...
A food critic rates restaurants according to the quality of food, service, and atmosphere. She assigns 4 forks for excellent, 3 for good, 2 for fair, and 1 fork for poor. This measure is an example of a(n) _____ scale.
A food critic rates restaurants according to the quality of food, service, and atmosphere. She assigns 4 forks for excellent, 3 for good, 2 for fair,...
_____ and _______ validity focus on assessing whether the items in a measure actually represent the meaning of the construct being measured.
_____ and _______ validity focus on assessing whether the items in a measure actually represent the meaning of the construct being measured.
a. Convergent;...
Face validity refers to whether or not the measure
Face validity refers to whether or not the measure
a. yields the same score for the same participant across different circumstances.
b. correlates...
Dr. Zilstein examines the effect of fear (low or high) on a college student's desire to affiliate with others. Some students are told they will receive a very painful electrical shock, others a very mild shock. The intensity of the electrical shock the students are to receive is the _____ of the fear variable.
Dr. Zilstein examines the effect of fear (low or high) on a college student's desire to affiliate with others. Some students are told they will receive...
With regard to animal research,
With regard to animal research,
a. very little has been written about ethics in animal research.
b. animals are not used for psychological research.
c....
Evidence collected by Milgram indicated that
Evidence collected by Milgram indicated that
a. debriefing was effective in removing any negative effects of participation.
b. some participants suffered...
During World War II, Josef Mengele was a physician in the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz, and became infamous for performing grossly unethical experiments on human prisoners. These, and other atrocities, led directly to the development of which set of research ethics principles?
During World War II, Josef Mengele was a physician in the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz, and became infamous for performing grossly unethical experiments...
A researcher asks Stephanie to imagine herself as a bank teller who has just been handed a note by a "customer" instructing her to hand over all the money in her cash drawer. She is then asked to predict how she would respond to the situation. This procedure best illustrates
A researcher asks Stephanie to imagine herself as a bank teller who has just been handed a note by a "customer" instructing her to hand over all the...
Which of the following is NOT a major criticism of the use of role-playing?
Which of the following is NOT a major criticism of the use of role-playing?
a. Participants may not be sufficiently immersed in the scenario.
b. Responses...
When studying topics such as family violence, drug use, divorce, or sexual behaviour, it is particularly important to ensure __________.
When studying topics such as family violence, drug use, divorce, or sexual behaviour, it is particularly important to ensure __________.
a. confidentiality
b....
The decision to select only individuals of a specific ethnicity for a research on a new medical treatment is most relevant to which ethical principal in the Tri-Council Policy Statement?
The decision to select only individuals of a specific ethnicity for a research on a new medical treatment is most relevant to which ethical principal...
Which of the following statements is true of Milgram's classic experiments on obedience?
Which of the following statements is true of Milgram's classic experiments on obedience?
a. In 1971, Milgram was found guilty of scientific fraud.
b....
Studies that employ elaborate deceptions are becoming less common. Which of the following is NOT a reason for this reduction?
Studies that employ elaborate deceptions are becoming less common. Which of the following is NOT a reason for this reduction?
a. Ethics committees...
If a participant has been deceived, ethical considerations require that a researcher conduct a
If a participant has been deceived, ethical considerations require that a researcher conduct a
a. validity check.
b. manipulation check.
c. post-mortem.
d....
Hypotheses are scientifically meaningful only if they can be
Hypotheses are scientifically meaningful only if they can be
a. repeated in multiple studies.
b. falsified.
c. supported.
d. cited by other researchers.
Answer:...
Michael Lynn's study on tipping behavior in restaurants and hotels, described in the text, was designed to determine whether factors such as posture and communication influence tips left by customers. The idea for his study was based on
Michael Lynn's study on tipping behavior in restaurants and hotels, described in the text, was designed to determine whether factors such as posture...
Juan has written a section of a research report that describes who participated in the research along with a description of how the study was conducted. Juan has most likely written the _____ section.
Juan has written a section of a research report that describes who participated in the research along with a description of how the study was conducted....
In which section of the research report would you describe the practical application of the experiment's results?
In which section of the research report would you describe the practical application of the experiment's results?
a. Introduction
b. Discussion
c....
Because of tension between the police department and the citizens of Metropolis, the city council surveys residents for suggestions on how to improve police-community relations. This example best illustrates _____ as a source of research ideas.
Because of tension between the police department and the citizens of Metropolis, the city council surveys residents for suggestions on how to improve...
Which section of a research article includes a description of prior findings in the area of study?
Which section of a research article includes a description of prior findings in the area of study?
a. Method
b. Results
c. Discussion
d. Introduction
Answer:...
If the prediction "participants who consume alcohol will score lower on a reaction time test than participants who do not consume alcohol" is confirmed, we can say the hypothesis is _______.
If the prediction "participants who consume alcohol will score lower on a reaction time test than participants who do not consume alcohol" is confirmed,...
As Joan becomes familiar with the literature examining the influence of physical attractiveness on judgments of criminal behaviour, she notes inconsistencies in the results. She concludes that this area of study needs to be further investigated. This example best represents ______ as a source of ideas for research.
As Joan becomes familiar with the literature examining the influence of physical attractiveness on judgments of criminal behaviour, she notes inconsistencies...
Which of the following would a researcher be least likely to do in order to find prior research on a specific topic?
Which of the following would a researcher be least likely to do in order to find prior research on a specific topic?
a. Conduct a computer search with...
Kathy has written a section of a research report in which she explains the possible reasons for results in her study and suggestions for practical applications of the research and future research ideas. Kathy has most likely written the _____ section.
Kathy has written a section of a research report in which she explains the possible reasons for results in her study and suggestions for practical applications...
When Dr. Jones attempts to determine reasons why female defendants are rated more leniently than male defendants, he is attempting to meet which goal of science?
When Dr. Jones attempts to determine reasons why female defendants are rated more leniently than male defendants, he is attempting to meet which goal...
Which one of the following journal-article titles most likely represents an example of basic research?
Which one of the following journal-article titles most likely represents an example of basic research?
a. "Effect of size and lettering style of signs...
Which of the following characteristics is true of pseudoscience? The
Which of the following characteristics is true of pseudoscience? The
a. hypotheses are always falsifiable.
b. hypotheses are testable.
c. claims rigorously...
An important component of the scientific approach is peer review. Which of the following is NOT a reason for employing peer review? It aims to
An important component of the scientific approach is peer review. Which of the following is NOT a reason for employing peer review? It aims to
a....
You have just read an article in a popular magazine that stated, "People who jog live longer than people who don't jog." As a scientist, you would probably
You have just read an article in a popular magazine that stated, "People who jog live longer than people who don't jog." As a scientist, you would probably
a....
The process by which scientists with expertise in a particular field judge the scientific merit of another's research within that same field is referred to as _____________.
The process by which scientists with expertise in a particular field judge the scientific merit of another's research within that same field is referred...
The advantage of employing the scientific approach over other ways of knowing about the world is that it
The advantage of employing the scientific approach over other ways of knowing about the world is that it
a. allows scientists to show that the explanations...
When you accept unquestionably what your own personal judgment tells you about the world, you are relying on _______.
When you accept unquestionably what your own personal judgment tells you about the world, you are relying on _______.
a. skepticism
b. intuition
c....
Which one of the following journal-article titles most likely represents an applied research study?
Which one of the following journal-article titles most likely represents an applied research study?
a. "Increasing recycling of fast-food containers:...
Determining the cause of behaviour is an important goal of science because
Determining the cause of behaviour is an important goal of science because
a. we cannot predict behaviour without knowing the cause of behaviour.
b....
The empirical approach to science requires that
The empirical approach to science requires that
a. skepticism should be avoided when data are being presented.
b. only knowledge presented by an authority...
In determining the cause of behaviour, the principle of _____ considers that when the cause is present, the effect occurs; but, when the cause is not present, the effect does not occur.
In determining the cause of behaviour, the principle of _____ considers that when the cause is present, the effect occurs; but, when the cause is not...
When data fails to provide support for some idea that is advanced, we can say that _______ has occurred.
When data fails to provide support for some idea that is advanced, we can say that _______ has occurred.
a. peer review
b. falsifiability
c. skepticism
d....
A general rule to help detect pseudoscience is to be highly ______ when scientific assertions are made based on evidence that is _____.
A general rule to help detect pseudoscience is to be highly ______ when scientific assertions are made based on evidence that is _____.
a. convinced;...
A major area of applied research that evaluates the social reforms and innovations that occur in the government, industry, and mental health settings is _______ research.
A major area of applied research that evaluates the social reforms and innovations that occur in the government, industry, and mental health settings...
When students assume that their textbook must be correct, they are relying on _________ as a way of knowing.
When students assume that their textbook must be correct, they are relying on _________ as a way of knowing.
a. experience
b. the a priori method
c....
The statement "People eat more when they are alone than when they are with friends" is an example of _____ behaviour.
The statement "People eat more when they are alone than when they are with friends" is an example of _____ behaviour.
a. explaining
b. determining...
Which statement best illustrates the scientific goal of explaining behaviour?
Which statement best illustrates the scientific goal of explaining behaviour?
a. Fourth grade boys run faster than fourth grade girls.
b. Females...
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for identifying a cause of a behaviour?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for identifying a cause of a behaviour?
a. Covariation of cause and effect
b. Temporal precedence
c. Elimination...
Dr. Pentel conducts research to determine whether or not an after-school program improves school performance in fifth-grade children. Dr. Pentel is most likely engaged in _____.
Dr. Pentel conducts research to determine whether or not an after-school program improves school performance in fifth-grade children. Dr. Pentel is...
No area is more susceptible to negative stereotyped attributions of aging than
No area is more susceptible to negative stereotyped attributions of aging than
a. physical decline
b. memory competence
c. hearing impairment
d. sexual...
How grandparents and grandchildren interact varies by
How grandparents and grandchildren interact varies by
a. ethnic group
b. country in which they reside
c. education level of grandparent
d. temperament...
Men are victims of violence from intimate parters, but at a rate about ___ that of women.
Men are victims of violence from intimate parters, but at a rate about ___ that of women.
a. 1/10
b. 1/5
c. 1/3
d. 1/2
Answer: ...
Men tend to base their friendships on
Men tend to base their friendships on
a. intimate sharing
b. emtional sharing
c. shared activities
d. personality matches
Answer: ...
Taken together, the body of research on personal control indicates it may serve as a ____ for one's well-being in the face of declining health and other losses associated with the oldest adults.
Taken together, the body of research on personal control indicates it may serve as a ____ for one's well-being in the face of declining health and other...
People who use all sorts of memory aids because they pride themselves on not forgetting appointments are said to be engaging in
People who use all sorts of memory aids because they pride themselves on not forgetting appointments are said to be engaging in
a. primary control
b....
Meeting at school resulted in the highest rate of
Meeting at school resulted in the highest rate of
a. passion
b. homogamy
c. divorce
d. intimacy
Answer: ...
If women initiate the divorce, they report feeling ___. if they did not initiate the divorce, they report feeling ___
If women initiate the divorce, they report feeling ___. if they did not initiate the divorce, they report feeling ___
a. optimism; vulnerable
b....
The positivity effect can be defined as
The positivity effect can be defined as
a. when older adults achieve wisdom with increasing age
b. when having one chronic disease increases the...
Which of the following is not a criticism of theories based on life transitions
Which of the following is not a criticism of theories based on life transitions
a. sample selection
b. whether changes really happen
c. degree...
Most adult children feel a responsibility, a ___ to care for their parents if necessary.
Most adult children feel a responsibility, a ___ to care for their parents if necessary.
a. social need
b. economic obligation
c. filial obligation
d....
Recently Tonya's daughter has been taking extra money from her. This is an example of
Recently Tonya's daughter has been taking extra money from her. This is an example of
a. emotional abuse
b. material/financial abuse
c. self...
Aspects of our personality pertaining to what we could become, what we would like to become, and what we are afraid of becoming are called
Aspects of our personality pertaining to what we could become, what we would like to become, and what we are afraid of becoming are called
a. life...
When asked to describe their hoped-for and feared possible selves, researchers found that adults over the age of 60 were more likely to be focused on ___ concerns.
When asked to describe their hoped-for and feared possible selves, researchers found that adults over the age of 60 were more likely to be focused on...
Older adults report using ___ most frequently as a coping mechanism in daily life.
Older adults report using ___ most frequently as a coping mechanism in daily life.
a. family
b. friends
c. religious faith
d. knowledge gathering
Answer:...
Older adults are more likely to pay attention to and seek out emotional information than younger adults. this might help explain why older adults have a ___ bias.
Older adults are more likely to pay attention to and seek out emotional information than younger adults. this might help explain why older adults have...
What is the most common family form around the world
What is the most common family form around the world
a. nuclear
b. female headed
c. extended
d. divorced
Answer: ...
The fact that young adults tend to rely more on dispositional information and ignore compelling situational information is an example of
The fact that young adults tend to rely more on dispositional information and ignore compelling situational information is an example of
a. correspondence...
Researchers argue that changes in __ with aging, such as declines in working memory, may lead to an increase in a need for closure with age.
Researchers argue that changes in __ with aging, such as declines in working memory, may lead to an increase in a need for closure with age.
a. personal...
68 year old twins are trying to solve a crossword puzzle by working together. this is an example of
68 year old twins are trying to solve a crossword puzzle by working together. this is an example of
a. metacognition
b. mnemonics
c. collaborative...
John Bargh's study of implicit stereotyping found that subliminally priming young people with the image of an elderly person caused them to
John Bargh's study of implicit stereotyping found that subliminally priming young people with the image of an elderly person caused them to
a. answer...
The results of Bargh and Hummer reveal that
The results of Bargh and Hummer reveal that
a. causal attributions of older adults are more likely to be dispositional in nature
b. neagtive stereotypes...
In an abusive relationship, the degree of violence usually starts small and
In an abusive relationship, the degree of violence usually starts small and
a. remains at the same degree
b. will quit
c. gradually continues...
Researchers point out that the idea of a midlife crisis became widely accepted as fact because of
Researchers point out that the idea of a midlife crisis became widely accepted as fact because of
a. the high rate of men experiencing it
b. scientific...
Marriage based on similarity of values and interests is called
Marriage based on similarity of values and interests is called
a. monogamy
b. homogamy
c. polygamy
d. compability
Answer: ...
Although there is an impressive collection of research supporting personality stability using the five-factor model, there is also research indicating personality change. Staudinger and colleagues' perspective reconciles these differences by suggesting personality takes on two forms
Although there is an impressive collection of research supporting personality stability using the five-factor model, there is also research indicating...
Some researchers suggests that the midlife crisis might be better conceptualized a
Some researchers suggests that the midlife crisis might be better conceptualized a
a. time of fragmented identity
b. time of increased cognitive complexity
c....
According to brandstadter, a person who readjusts his or her goals to lessen the impact of declines is said to be engaging in
According to brandstadter, a person who readjusts his or her goals to lessen the impact of declines is said to be engaging in
a. primary control
b....
Neuroscience research finds that the parts of the brain that respond to ___ operate differently depending upon whether one is alone or with a friend.
Neuroscience research finds that the parts of the brain that respond to ___ operate differently depending upon whether one is alone or with a friend.
a....
People tend to have the most friends during which time period?
People tend to have the most friends during which time period?
a. adolescence
b. middle age
c. young adulthood
d. old age
Answer: ...
The average married woman can expect to spend __ years as a window.
The average married woman can expect to spend __ years as a window.
a. 2
b. 5
c. 10
d. 0
Answer: ...
According to jung, which of the following age groups is most likely to act in accordance with the gender role stereotypes of their culture
According to jung, which of the following age groups is most likely to act in accordance with the gender role stereotypes of their culture
a. young...
In Whitbourne's approach, a perosn's unified sense of the past, present, and future is termed the
In Whitbourne's approach, a perosn's unified sense of the past, present, and future is termed the
a. life span construct
b. life story
c. perspective...
Bargh and his colleagues have found that subliminal messages about older people made young adults walk down a hall slower. This is evidence for
Bargh and his colleagues have found that subliminal messages about older people made young adults walk down a hall slower. This is evidence for
a....
Rachel plans to go to college, major in art, obtain a master's, and then work in an art museum. in Whitbourne's theory, this is Rachel's
Rachel plans to go to college, major in art, obtain a master's, and then work in an art museum. in Whitbourne's theory, this is Rachel's
a. life...
Thinking theoretically or philosophically, with little emphasis on economic values, is most characteristic of people who score high on Costa and McCrae's dimension of
Thinking theoretically or philosophically, with little emphasis on economic values, is most characteristic of people who score high on Costa and McCrae's...
Which of the following is not a facet of neuroticism according to Costa and McCrae?
Which of the following is not a facet of neuroticism according to Costa and McCrae?
a. assertiveness
b. depression
c. impulsiveness
d. anxiety
Answer:...
On average, both men and women wait approximately ___ years before remarrying.
On average, both men and women wait approximately ___ years before remarrying.
a. 2.5
b. 3.5
c. 5
d. 7
Answer: ...
The likelihood that information in memory will be used to guide social judgments is related to
The likelihood that information in memory will be used to guide social judgments is related to
a. how easily the information can be accessed
b. one's...
What is the relationship between age and marriage
What is the relationship between age and marriage
a. as age decreases, success of marriage increases.
b. as age increases, success of marriage decreases
c....
Does the research evidence support the idea of the "rebound effect"? that is, that one should wait before remarrying.
Does the research evidence support the idea of the "rebound effect"? that is, that one should wait before remarrying.
a. no, there is no evidence...
Research focusing on life transitions as the basis for personality development shows
Research focusing on life transitions as the basis for personality development shows
a. clear evidence of single sequence of qualitative changes
b....
__ mothers are more at ease being parents, spend more time with their babies, and are more sensitive, affectionate, and supportive of them.
__ mothers are more at ease being parents, spend more time with their babies, and are more sensitive, affectionate, and supportive of them.
a. older
b....
Older adults reported that turning problems over to god was a three-step process that included all of the following except
Older adults reported that turning problems over to god was a three-step process that included all of the following except
a. differentiating between...
The explanations that people create to account for behavior vary depending on
The explanations that people create to account for behavior vary depending on
a. the type of situation
b. the age of the person
c. the strength...
College students who have ___ adjust better to stressful life events.
College students who have ___ adjust better to stressful life events.
a. strong friendship networks
b. parental support
c. the personality characteristics...
When two or more people work together to solve a problem or task, they are engaging in
When two or more people work together to solve a problem or task, they are engaging in
a. primary control
b. collaborative cognition
c. metacognition
d....
When confronted with a new situation, you draw upon prior experiences. this is known as your
When confronted with a new situation, you draw upon prior experiences. this is known as your
a. knowledge base
b. social context base
c. social knowledge
d....
One of the more popular methods for examining life stories is through
One of the more popular methods for examining life stories is through
a. case studies whereby individuals are followed over the life span
b....
Generational differences are apparent when people make social judgments. for example, when considering the social rule " you can't stop true love," results from a research study showed a ___ relationship.
Generational differences are apparent when people make social judgments. for example, when considering the social rule " you can't stop true love,"...
___ tend to have the most tenuous relationships with children because the bond can be broken at any time for any number of reasons having nothing to do with the quality of care being provided.
___ tend to have the most tenuous relationships with children because the bond can be broken at any time for any number of reasons having nothing to...
John has added five minutes to his goal running time after he began noticing it is taking him longer to finish his morning run. according to Brandstadter, John is said to be engaging in
John has added five minutes to his goal running time after he began noticing it is taking him longer to finish his morning run. according to Brandstadter,...
Which of the following is a type of elder abuse categorized by the national center on elder abuse?
Which of the following is a type of elder abuse categorized by the national center on elder abuse?
a. physical
b. sexual
c. financial
d. all
Answer:...
Reliance on spiritual beliefs helps people to
Reliance on spiritual beliefs helps people to
a. ignore their problems
b. be distracted from their problems
c. focus on the parts of the problem...
Some research shows that men tend to over-perceive and women tend to underperceive their cross-sex friend's ___ in/for them.
Some research shows that men tend to over-perceive and women tend to underperceive their cross-sex friend's ___ in/for them.
a. intellectual interest
b....
Sandy is a spousal caregiver who maintains high marital satisfaction. sandy is less likely to exhibit
Sandy is a spousal caregiver who maintains high marital satisfaction. sandy is less likely to exhibit
a. stress
b. effective coping strategies
c....
Erin is a middle-aged wife and mother of adolescent children. her mother had a stroke and just moved into her home. erin is feeling tension from her mother and her children, which is a common characteristic of
Erin is a middle-aged wife and mother of adolescent children. her mother had a stroke and just moved into her home. erin is feeling tension from her...
When Lucy's husband of 50 years died, she turned to her best friend, Glenda, for support which theme of adult friendships does this represent?
When lucy's husband of 50 years died, she turned to her best friend, Glenda, for support which theme of adult friendships does this represent?
a....
A problem facing many people who never marry is
A problem facing many people who never marry is
a. there are numerous stereotypes and biases against single people in the US
b. they find it...
The theory of personal control developed by Heckhausen, Wrosch, and Schulz proposes that as people get older, they are more likely to exert control in their lives by using
The theory of personal control developed by Heckhausen, Wrosch, and Schulz proposes that as people get older, they are more likely to exert control...
When older adults were told they were going to take a memory test, they performed more poorly than younger adults on a task. however, when they were told the task emphasized learning new information, they performed similarly to younger adults. this provides an example of
When older adults were told they were going to take a memory test, they performed more poorly than younger adults on a task. however, when they were...
When a woman believes she cannot leave an abusive situation, and may even go so far as to kill her abuser, she is said to suffer from
When a woman believes she cannot leave an abusive situation, and may even go so far as to kill her abuser, she is said to suffer from
a. assortative...
Middle-aged mothers are often put in the role of ___, the person who gathers the family for celebrations and keeps them in touch with one another.
Middle-aged mothers are often put in the role of ___, the person who gathers the family for celebrations and keeps them in touch with one another.
a....
The organized, coherent, and integrated pattern of self-perceptions is the
The organized, coherent, and integrated pattern of self-perceptions is the
a. ego
b. life story
c. self-concept
d. scenario
Answer:...
Whitbourne's findings suggest that the two most important sources of identity come from
Whitbourne's findings suggest that the two most important sources of identity come from
a. friends and work
b. family and work
c. friends and...
Muslim women who remain single in Malaysia speak in terms of ____, the soul mate one finds through fate at a time appointed by God.
Muslim women who remain single in Malaysia speak in terms of ____, the soul mate one finds through fate at a time appointed by God.
a. cinta
b. jodah
c....
In one recent study, ____ had the most positive view of successful aging.
In one recent study, ____ had the most positive view of successful aging.
a. children
b. adolescents
c. middle-aged individuals
d. the oldest adults
Answer:...
Which of the following is not one of Kotre's types of generativity?
Which of the following is not one of Kotre's types of generativity?
a. cultural
b. agentic
c. personal
d. technical
Answer: ...
Which of the following is not a component of love identified by Sternberg?
Which of the following is not a component of love identified by Sternberg?
a. commitment
b. intimacy
c. passion
d. companionship
Answer:...
___ includes seeking pastoral care, participating in organized and nonorganized religious activities, and expressing faith in a god who cares for people.
___ includes seeking pastoral care, participating in organized and non-organized religious activities, and expressing faith in a god who cares for people.
a....
Viewing older people's forgetting of where they parked their cars at the mall as more serious than younger people's forgetting of where they parked their cars reflects a
Viewing older people's forgetting of where they parked their cars at the mall as more serious than younger people's forgetting of where they parked...
Critics argue that Erikson's stage of generativity is much too ______ to capture the essence of adulthood.
Critics argue that Erikson's stage of generativity is much too ______ to capture the essence of adulthood.
a. narrow
b. broad
c. culturally specific
d....
With the advent of middle age, the focus shifts from intimacy to concern for the next generation expressed as:
With the advent of middle age, the focus shifts from intimacy to concern for the next generation expressed as:
a. industry versus inferiority
b....
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