Howie Isn't Sure How Smart He Is Until His Teacher

question 29

Multiple Choice

Howie isn't sure how smart he is until his teacher in first grade tells him she thinks he is very bright. Howie later tells his parents "I am a bright boy." The process by which Howie developed a view of his intelligence is __________.

• A) indirect definition
• B) self-fulfilling prophesy
• C) script
• D)reflected appraisal
• E) social comparison

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Definitions:

Haversion System

A system of small canals within compact bone that contain blood vessels, nerves, and lymphatics, essential for bone nutrition and health.

Central Canals

Channels running longitudinally in the spine's bones, carrying blood vessels and nerves to nourish and innervate the bone.

Osteons

Structural units of compact bone, consisting of concentric layers of calcified matrix and central canals containing blood vessels.

Diaphysis

Diaphysis refers to the shaft or central part of a long bone, which is composed primarily of compact bone to provide strength.