Most Signal Molecules

question 12

Multiple Choice

Most signal molecules:

• A) easily diffuse through the membrane and bind to a receptor in the cytoplasm.
• B) bind to membrane receptors and transmit information across a membrane without traversing the membrane.
• C) carry out functions in the nucleus after binding to a receptor in the cell membrane.
• D) A and C.
• E) A, B, and C.

Explain the concept of generalizability in research and its facets.

Understand the advantages and limitations of using informant report data.

Describe face validity and its application to different types of data.

Explain the concept of aggregation in improving the reliability of psychological assessments.

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Definitions:

Social

Relating to society or its organization, or the interactions among individuals within a community.

Communal

Pertaining to or shared by members of a community or group.

Altruistic

The quality of unselfishly caring for the welfare of others, often at a personal cost.

Mutual

Pertaining to a shared feeling, relationship, or responsibility between two or more parties.