Functionalism was a school of psychology that focused attention on the

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Which philosopher is most well-known for theorizing that the mind at birth is tabula rasa or a "blank slate"?	John Locke
Wilhelm Wundt's laboratory work involved experimental studies of	Reactions to sensory stimulation
Research participants were asked to monitor and report their own immediate sensory reactions to differently colored objects. This research involved a technique known as	introspection
Functionalism was a school of psychology that focused attention on the	adaptive value of conscious thoughts and emotions
In the early 1960s, the cognitive revolution in psychology involved a renewal of interest in the scientific study of	mental processes
The survival of organisms best suited to a particular environment is known as	natural selection
The biopsychosocial approach provides an understanding of social-cultural influences integrated within the larger framework of	multiple levels of analysis
Janna has low self-esteem because she is often teased for being overweight. Appreciating the complexity of Janna's difficulties requires	a biopsychosocial approach
Which perspective is most concerned with how individuals interpret their experiences?	cognitive
Mrs. Thompson believes that her son has become an excellent student because she consistently uses praise and affection to stimulate his learning efforts. Her belief best illustrates a ________ perspective.	behavioral
Akira believes that her son has become a good student because she always praises his learning efforts. Her belief best illustrates a ________ perspective.	behavioral
Dr. Wilcox conducts basic research on the behavioral differences between shy and outgoing people. Dr. Wilcox is most likely a(n) ________ psychologist.	personality
Clinical psychologists specialize in	providing therapy to troubled people
Mr. Christian has designed a camera with buttons that are easy to reach and see. Mr. Christian is most likely	engaged in applied research
A hypothesis is a(n)	testable prediction that gives direction to research.
The biggest danger of relying on case-study evidence is that it	may be unrepresentative of what is generally true.
Contemporary psychology continues to add breadth by adding topics and issues to its content to better understand human behavior. Which pair best represents this?	cross-cultural and gender psychology
Which of the following is most likely to inhibit critical thinking?	overconfidence
Professor Raza suggests that because people are especially attracted to those who are good-looking, handsome men will be more successful that average-looking men in getting a job. The professor's prediction regarding employment success is an example of...	a hypothesis
Why is replication important to science?	Repeated research with similar results increases confidence in the reliability of the original findings

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