Which Statement Is an Example of a Pseudoscientific Claim About

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which statement is an example of a pseudoscientific claim about behavior?

• A) Nature and nurture both affect behavior.
• B) Personality can be predicted by handwriting styles.
• C) Twins have similar intelligence levels.
• D) Optimal functioning requires about 8 hours of sleep.

Dive into the psychological constructs and states that drive human behavior, such as arousal, homeostasis, and various motive states like hunger and aggression.

Recognize the breadth of motivation study within psychology, including its theoretical and practical applications.

Appreciate the cognitive aspects of understanding human behavior and motivation, especially in making inferences about others' actions.

Examine motivation from a physiological perspective, including the view of motive states and the significance of genetic transmission across generations.