Most Psychologists Now Agree That Behavior Is the Product of Nature

question 114

Multiple Choice

Most psychologists now agree that behavior is the product of nature and nurture.An example of this interaction is that:

• A) if the environment can prevent a gene from "expressing" itself, that gene will have little influence on behavior
• B) genes focus our attention on aspects of the environment that are required for our survival
• C) if nature has not prepared us to respond to a particular environmental stimulus, we cannot learn to respond to it
• D) we are unable to adapt to changes in the environment

Identify the unique characteristics and outcomes of perfectly competitive markets.

Understand the mechanism of price signals and how they guide the allocation of resources in a market economy.

Understand the concept of market equilibrium and how price ceilings and floors affect market outcomes.

Recognize the effects of government-imposed price controls on the supply and demand balance.

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Definitions:

Social Distance

The perceived or desired degree of remoteness between members of different social groups.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or bias against someone or something without reasonable justification.

Stereotyping

The act of assigning generalized attributes to an individual or group based on perceived membership in a certain category.

Social Norms

The accepted behaviors within a society or group.