In modeling,new responses are acquired

A) in the absence of other people.
B) before ever performing or displaying them.
C) only after sufficient reinforcement.
D) in the same way a rat learns to press the lever in the Skinner box.

According to Hilgard, during hypnosis the individual's awareness separates into two streams. Which of the following are the two streams?

A) responsiveness to instruction; hidden observer
B) hidden observer; regression mode
C) regression mode; responsiveness to instruction
D) hidden observer; relaxation

Which of the following arguments commits the accident fallacy?

A) Tabitha had a collision with a bus.Therefore, Tabitha is to blame.
B) It is wrong to take from others against their will.Therefore it is wrong for the government to tax the people.
C) Skyscrapers require careful design.Therefore the Empire State Building required careful design.
D) All snakes are reptiles.Therefore the Guatemalan milk snake is a reptile.
E) All organic compounds contain carbon.Therefore fructose contains carbon.

A recent cross-lagged correlational study shows that being sick leads to ________ but that the reverse isn't true.

A) negative emotions
B) long-term anxiety
C) increased optimism
D) no change in emotionality

Which of the following is the best definition of psychology?

A) the study of the brain and its inner function
B) the analysis of the mind and its unconscious thoughts
C) the study of mental activity and behavior based on brain processes
D) the study of thoughts,social interactions,and emotions

When would an individual be most likely to experience empty nest syndrome?

A) During later adulthood when a pet dies
B) During adulthood at times of a mid-life crisis
C) During later adulthood when children move out of the home
D) During later adulthood when retired individuals are able to travel