Harvey's Research Using the Large National Longitudinal Survey of Youth

question 6

Multiple Choice

Harvey's research using the large National Longitudinal Survey of Youth examined the impact of mothers' working during the first three years of their child's life.The study found that the children of working mothers had __________ the children of nonworking mothers.

• A)more behavioral problems than
• B)had better cognitive development than
• C)both more behavioral problems and better cognitive development than
• D)no significant or lasting differences from

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Definitions:

Psychological Finding

Conclusions derived from scientific research or psychological studies that contribute to understanding the human mind and behaviors.

Opposite Finding

Results or conclusions that are unexpectedly contrary or diametrically opposed to a previous hypothesis or common belief.

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Psychologists who apply psychological theories and principles to organizations and the workplace, focusing on individual and group behavior.

Applied Research

Applied research is focused on solving practical problems or developing new technologies, as opposed to theoretical or basic research.