The Civil Rights Movement and the Women's Movement Raised Concerns

question 192

Multiple Choice

The civil rights movement and the women's movement raised concerns about whether basic psychological principles could be applied to groups other than white males. Consequently, psychologists began to select samples of subjects that were more diverse for research studies. This change in practice illustrates the idea that ​

• A)behavior is determined by multiple causes.
• B)motives and expectations can color our experiences.
• C)psychology evolves in a sociohistorical context.
• D)theoretical diversity is an important component in science.

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Definitions:

Conservation Problems

Issues related to the sustainable management and preservation of natural resources and environments.

Working Memory

A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing, critical for reasoning and the guidance of decision-making and behavior.

Impulse Control

The ability to delay gratification and resist unwanted behaviors or urges.

Concrete Operational Skills

Cognitive abilities in children aged 7 to 12, allowing logical thinking about concrete events.