Regarding Psychologists and the Field of Psychology, Which of the Following

question 401

Multiple Choice

Regarding psychologists and the field of psychology, which of the following statements is\are TRUE?

• A)Today, psychology is both a science and a profession.
• B)The word psychology is thousands of years old and comes from ancient Greek roots for mind and study .
• C)Psychologists apply psychological principles to solve problems in fields, such as business, sports, law, and the design of machines.
• D)All of these statements are true.

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