Figure 17-2

question 128

Multiple Choice

Figure 17-2.John and Michael are roommates.On a particular day,their apartment needs to be cleaned.Each person has to decide whether to take part in cleaning.At the end of the day,either the apartment will be completely clean (if one or both roommates take part in cleaning) ,or it will remain dirty (if neither roommate cleans) .With happiness measured on a scale of 1 (very unhappy) to 10 (very happy) ,the possible outcomes are as follows:
-Refer to Figure 17-2.In pursuing his own self-interest,John will

• A) refrain from cleaning whether or not Michael cleans.
• B) clean only if Michael cleans.
• C) clean only if Michael refrains from cleaning.
• D) clean whether or not Michael cleans.

Acknowledge potential confounds in research studies and the importance of controlling for third variables.

Understanding the perspectives and theories associated with abnormal psychology and mental disorders.

Recognizing and classifying cognitive distortions and their role in psychological disorders.

Identifying historical explanations of abnormal behavior and modern classification systems.

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