Sarah's Father Is a Carpenter Who Makes Good Wages in Good

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Multiple Choice

Sarah's father is a carpenter who makes good wages in good economic times,but is unemployed when the construction industry slows to a standstill.Sarah becomes a neurologist,earning
$345,000 a year,and moves from the working class to the upper-middle class.Between her
Father's generation and her own,Sarah has experienced______________social mobility.

• A)downward
• B)horizontal
• C)upward
• D)progressive

Understand the benefits and limitations of different research methods in psychology, including naturalistic observation, surveys, case studies, and experiments.

Recognize the importance of using representative samples in surveys to ensure validity of the findings.

Identify the role of operational definitions in scientific research.

Differentiate between correlational research and experimental research in terms of their ability to establish cause-and-effect relationships.

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Definitions:

Chromosomal Abnormality

A change in the number or structure of chromosomes in cells, which can lead to developmental disorders or diseases.

Savant Syndrome

A condition where a person with significant mental disabilities demonstrates profound and prodigious capacities or abilities in a specific area.

Polygenetic

Relating to a trait or characteristic that is influenced by multiple genes rather than just one.

Chromosomal Regions

Specific areas or segments of a chromosome where genes are located, influencing various genetic traits and functions.