A reinforcer is a consequence that __________ a behavior, while a punisher is a consequence that __________ a behavior.

A) motivates; stimulates
B) weakens; strengthens
C) inhibits; motivates
D) strengthens; weakens

Amber is extremely afraid of rejection,and so she has withdrawn from social contact.She would most likely be considered to have a(n) ________ personality disorder.

A) avoidant
B) narcissistic
C) borderline
D) antisocial

Many teachers and parents consider morality less important than any of the other developments that happen in childhood.

The biggest drawback to amniocentesis is that it can cause

A) miscarriages in 1 of every 100 women who undergo the procedure.
B) Cesarean deliveries.
C) mental retardation.
D) the unborn child to be infertile.

Dr. Smyth conducts research that examines how stress, disease, and disorders can impact individuals in the workplace. She is working in the area of ________ psychology.

A) human wellness factors
B) biopsychosocial
C) occupational health
D) industrial

The study of the links between physiology activity and psychological events is called

A) neurology.
B) cognitive psychology.
C) endocrinology.
D) biological psychology.

Which of the following would NOT be caused by your genotype?

A) eye color
B) sex
C) Huntington's disease
D) music preference