Regarding the Professions of Psychology, Which of the Following Statements

question 513

Multiple Choice

Regarding the professions of psychology, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Clinical and counseling psychologists follow an ethical code that stresses high levels of competence and responsibility as well as respect and protection of the client's rights and welfare.
• B)If a person calls himself or herself a "therapist," he or she must have a license issued by a state examining board.
• C)Psychologists are expected to use their knowledge to contribute to society with many volunteering in the communities in which they live.
• D)The word "shrink" is actually a slang term that refers only to psychiatrists.

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Definitions:

Monopolists

Firms or individuals who are the sole providers of a particular good or service, possessing significant control over market price.

Constitutional Rights

Rights afforded to individuals by the constitution of a country, which are intended to protect freedoms from governmental interference or restriction.

Buyers

Individuals or entities that purchase goods or services in a market.

Monopolistic Competitor

A firm in a market structure where many companies sell products that are similar but not identical.