Table 20-7 -Refer to Table 20-7.Which of the Following Is the Best

question 344

Multiple Choice

Table 20-7

-Refer to Table 20-7.Which of the following is the best overall conclusion to draw from the data?

• A) The most alarming statistic is the lowering of the top income level that defines the bottom fifth of the income distribution because this indicates that the income distribution is becoming more unequal.
• B) The greatest cause for concern is the increase in the minimum income level that defines the top fifth of the income distribution because this indicates that the rich have become richer.
• C) The income distribution is has been relatively unchanged from 1998 to 2008.
• D) Both a) and b) are correct.

Identify factors influencing gender development from various psychological perspectives.

Recognize typical play behaviors and preferences as indicators of gender identity in early childhood.

Understand the concept and development of gender schema.

Distinguish between sex and gender identity.

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Definitions:

Difficult Goals

Targets or objectives that are challenging to achieve and require significant effort, planning, and resources.

Reinforcement Theory

A theory in psychology that suggests behavior can be shaped by reinforcing desired behaviors and not reinforcing or punishing undesired behaviors.

B. F. Skinner

An American psychologist best known for his work in behaviorism and the development of the theory of operant conditioning.

ERG Theory

A need-based theory of motivation proposed by Clayton Alderfer, ERG theory involves three rather than five levels of needs, and also allows for someone to regress from a higher-level need to a lower-level need.