Which of the Following Specialty Areas in Psychology Is Likely

question 134

Multiple Choice

Which of the following specialty areas in psychology is likely to focus on applied research?

• A) industrial-organizational psychology
• B) biological psychology
• C) developmental psychology
• D) cognitive psychology

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Definitions:

Private Value

The value of an asset or service as perceived by an individual or entity, not necessarily reflecting its market value.

Socially Optimal

A state of resource allocation where social welfare is maximized, balancing benefits and costs to society.

Private Value

Refers to the specific value that an individual or organization assigns to a good or service, based on personal assessment rather than market value.

Antibiotic Overuse

The excessive use of antibiotics which can lead to antibiotic resistance, diminishing the effectiveness of these drugs against bacterial infections.