Samuel Cannot Leave for Work Without Going Back into His

question 15

Multiple Choice

Samuel cannot leave for work without going back into his house and making sure that he has taken all of his writing materials. He does this several times before he allows himself to start the car and drive to work. He is frequently late for work because he is so unsure about remembering everything. Samuel is displaying:

• A) agoraphobia.
• B) an obsession.
• C) a checking compulsion.
• D) nonpathological caution.

Recognize the importance of critical thinking in psychological research.

Understand the role of observation in psychological research.

Recognize the significance of cultural and biological factors in shaping human behavior.

Understand the importance of sample selection and its impact on research validity.

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Low Ph

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