In an Experiment Described in the Science Versus Pseudoscience Box

question 314

Multiple Choice

In an experiment described in the Science Versus Pseudoscience box "Can a DVD Program Your Baby to Be a Genius?" which was the control condition?

• A) Children were not exposed to the video, and parents were not instructed to try to teach them the words.
• B) Children were not exposed to the video, and parents were instructed to try to teach them some words featured in the video.
• C) Children watched the video by themselves at least five times a week over a four-week period.
• D) Children watched the video with a parent at least five times a week over a four-week period.

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Definitions:

Psychological Development

The ongoing growth and change in cognitive, emotional, and social capabilities and processes throughout a person's life.

Deficit Principle

A theory suggesting that a decrease in stimulation or input will cause humans to seek out more stimulation, to overcome the perceived deficit.

Satisfied Need

A requirement or desire of individuals or organizations that has been fulfilled.

Competitive Market

A market structure characterized by a large number of buyers and sellers, where no single party can dictate prices or terms of trade.