Which of the Following Statements Is True of Characteristics of a Profession

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of characteristics of a profession?

• A) It enjoys a high level of public trust and confidence even though it is never legalized by a regulatory body.
• B) It is organized into associations and there are specific requirements for admission into such associations and maintenance of membership.
• C) There are published authoritative performance and ethical standards for a profession even though it is never legalized by a regulatory body.
• D) Violations of a profession's performance and ethical standards would always result in expulsion from membership.

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Definitions:

Hindsight Bias

The habit of assuming, once an outcome is known, that it was predictable beforehand.

Emotional Instability

A characteristic of individuals who experience rapid, intense emotional changes often in response to events that would not typically provoke such strong reactions.

Naturalistic Observation

involves studying subjects in their natural environment without any manipulation by the researcher, to understand behavior in a real-world setting.

Psychiatrists

Medical doctors specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders, capable of prescribing medication.