Feingold (1990) Conducted a Meta-Analysis of a Number of Studies

question 77

Multiple Choice

Feingold (1990) conducted a meta-analysis of a number of studies that addressed gender differences in the importance that people place on physical attractiveness. Based on his findings, which of the following people is LEAST likely to be influenced by physical attractiveness?

• A) Hans, whose behaviors are observed
• B) Maria, whose behaviors are observed
• C) Paul, whose attitudes are measured
• D) Susan, whose attitudes are measured

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Definitions:

Neurogenesis

The process of generating new neurons in the brain, which can occur in certain brain regions throughout life.

Stem Cells

Undifferentiated cells capable of giving rise to indefinitely more cells of the same type, and from which certain other kinds of cell arise by differentiation.

Neurons

Specialized cells in the nervous system that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells, primarily through electrical and chemical signals.

Neurogenesis

The process by which new neurons are formed in the brain, contributing to brain plasticity and potentially to aspects of learning and memory.