According to Sigmund Freud,what Is the Basic Defence Mechanism That

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Multiple Choice

According to Sigmund Freud,what is the basic defence mechanism that protects a person from anxiety by keeping distressing thoughts and feelings out of the conscious mind

• A) repression
• B) projection 
• C) regression
• D) displacement

Understand the evaluation process and criteria for probabilistic generalizations.

Distinguish between correlational and causal research, using the Nurses' Health Study as an example.

Know the principles of sample size determination for research, specifically power analysis.

Identify assumptions underlying common logical fallacies such as the False Dilemma and Gambler's Fallacy.

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Definitions:

Light Adaptation

The process by which the eye adjusts its sensitivity to the brightness of the environment, enabling it to see in conditions ranging from bright sunlight to dim light.

Dark Adaptation

The process by which the eyes become more sensitive to low levels of light after being in a higher light level environment.

Afterimage

A visual illusion in which a retinal impression persists after the removal of a stimulus, often seen with contrasting colors or intense lights.

Place Theory

A theory in psychology and philosophy that suggests physical location and environment play a significant role in how individuals perceive and interact with the world around them.