Consider the Following Ethical Principle: "Psychologists Recognize the Boundaries of Their

question 143

Multiple Choice

Consider the following ethical principle: "Psychologists recognize the boundaries of their particular competencies and the limitations of their expertise." To the extent that psychologists practice this ethical guideline, they are illustrating:

• A)contingency shaped behavior
• B)responsible behavior
• C)moral behavior
• D)rule-governed behavior

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Definitions:

Dependent Variable

The variable in a study or experiment that is expected to change as a result of variations in the predictor variables.

Abdominopelvic Cavity

A body cavity that consists of the abdominal cavity and the pelvic cavity, housing organs such as the stomach, liver, intestines, and reproductive organs.

Thoracic Cavity

The part of the body located between the neck and the abdomen, enclosed by the ribs, and containing the heart and lungs.

Diaphragm

A large, dome-shaped muscle at the base of the lungs that plays a key role in breathing.