Professor Jonas Is Interested in the Prevention of Depression in Children

question 324

Multiple Choice

Professor Jonas is interested in the prevention of depression in children. She examines some of the factors that can lead to depression as a result of poverty. So far she has investigated poverty in 10 different cities. This research would best be describes as

• A)research looking at mental shortcuts
• B)basic research
• C)applied research
• D)a nonsystematic research approach
• E)research influenced by confirmation bias

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Definitions:

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by warmth, kindness, and a cooperative disposition.

Combative

Displaying readiness or eagerness to fight or argue; aggressively confrontational.

Agreeableness

One of the five major personality traits, reflecting individual differences in cooperation, compassion, and social harmony.

Caring

Displaying kindness and concern for others.