In All Likelihood, There Is a Kernel of Truth to the "What

question 43

Multiple Choice

In all likelihood, there is a kernel of truth to the "what is beautiful is good" stereotype; that is, attractive people are often more warm and socially skilled than less attractive people. According to the authors, this is probably because attractive people __________.

• A) are treated differently than unattractive people
• B) have higher self-esteem than unattractive people
• C) are more introverted than attractive people
• D) compensate by emphasizing their intelligence

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Definitions:

Radiology

The branch of medicine that uses imaging techniques, such as X-rays and MRI, to diagnose and sometimes treat diseases.

ICD-9-PCS

International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Procedure Coding System; a system used in the United States to classify and code hospital procedures.

ICD-9-CM

The International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification; a predecessor to ICD-10-CM used for coding and classifying morbidity data from inpatient and outpatient records, primary replaced by ICD-10-CM.

Medicine

The science and practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease, as well as the maintenance of health.