In Which Way Would a Cognitive Psychologist Be Most Likely

question 63

Multiple Choice

In which way would a cognitive psychologist be most likely to try to help a slow-learning child?

• A) teach better problem-solving strategies
• B) test the child's vision and hearing
• C) administer drugs or prescribe a special diet to alter brain chemistry
• D) measure the child's IQ

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