Is the Level of Belief in Anthropogenic (Human-Caused) Climate Change

question 25

Multiple Choice

Is the level of belief in anthropogenic (human-caused) climate change of state legislators affected by that legislator's political affiliation? A researcher gathers data on level of belief (from 1 = absolutely disbelieve to 5 = absolutely believe) and political affiliation for 702 state legislators from across the country. These measurements are values of:

• A) quantitative variables.
• B) categorical variables.
• C) quantitative (level of belief) and categorical (political affiliation) variables.
• D) invalid variables.

Explain the self-discrepancy theory, including the root causes of depression and anxiety.

Comprehend the concept of self-schemas based on past experiences and their role in how we relate to others.

Understand the critique against theories of multiple selves and the concept of congruence within the self.

Recognize the importance of alignment between current and future selves and its effect on self-control and self-concept.

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