For an Experiment Comparing Two Methods of Teaching Social Skills

question 56

Multiple Choice

For an experiment comparing two methods of teaching social skills training to autistic children,the independent variable is _______ and the dependent variable is _______.

• A)teaching methods; the autistic children
• B)the autistic children; the social skills that are learned
• C)the social skills that are learned; the autistic children
• D)teaching methods; the social skills that are learned

Recognize the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and their effects on behavior.

Acknowledge the influence of culture and social factors on intelligence testing and performance.

Learn about environmental influences on IQ scores.

Understand the role of memory and stereotypes in affecting the performance of elderly individuals.

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Definitions:

Oxidative Deamination

Oxidative deamination is a biochemical process in which an amine group is removed from an amino acid through oxidation, producing ammonia.

Amine Group

A functional group in organic chemistry comprising a nitrogen atom attached to hydrogen atoms, alkyl groups, or aryl groups, significant in biochemistry and pharmaceutical sciences.

Amino Acid

Organic compounds that combine to form proteins, serving as the basic building blocks of life.

Glycogenolysis

The metabolic process of breaking down glycogen into glucose to be used as a source of energy by the body.