Filling Gaps in Your Information by Generalizing Based on Observable

question 18

Multiple Choice

Filling gaps in your information by generalizing based on observable characteristics is called:

• A)statistical discrimination.
• B)signaling.
• C)building a reputation.
• D)proofing.

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Definitions:

Nightmares

Disturbing dreams that cause the dreamer to wake up feeling anxious and frightened.

Genes

Units of heredity made up of DNA. They act as instructions to make molecules called proteins, influencing individual traits that are inherited from parents.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus that coordinates both the autonomic nervous system and the activity of the pituitary, controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems, and is involved in sleep and emotional activity.

Pituitary

A small endocrine gland located at the base of the brain which produces hormones regulating growth, metabolism, and the functioning of other endocrine glands.