A Primary Conclusion of a Commission of APA Concerning Ethical

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Multiple Choice

A primary conclusion of a commission of APA concerning ethical issues in behavior modification was that persons engaged in any type of psychological intervention should:

• A)have a minimum of three years supervised clinical experience
• B)have a Ph.D.in psychology from a recognized university
• C)subscribe to and follow the ethics codes and standards of their professions
• D)be a member of the American Psychological Association

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Definitions:

Shade Avoidance

The tendency of plants that are adapted to high light intensities to grow taller when they are closely surrounded by other plants.

Phytochrome

A photoreceptor in plants that detects light to regulate various processes, such as germination, flowering, and shade avoidance.

Circadian Rhythm

An internal rhythm that approximates the 24-hour day. See biological clocks.

Cryptochrome

A proteinaceous pigment that strongly absorbs blue light; implicated in resetting the biological clock in plants, fruit flies, and mice.