An Extensive Survey Revealed That Children with Relatively High Self-Esteem

question 514

Multiple Choice

An extensive survey revealed that children with relatively high self-esteem tend to picture God as kind and loving,whereas those with lower self-esteem tend to perceive God as angry.The researchers concluded that the children's self-esteem had apparently influenced their views of God.This conclusion best illustrates the danger of

• A) failing to use operational definitions.
• B) generalizing from extreme examples.
• C) being influenced by a confounding variable.
• D) assuming that association proves causation.

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Definitions:

Superior Bronchi

The upper division of the trachea that enters the lung, conducting air from the windpipe into the lungs.

Percussion and Vibration

Techniques used in respiratory therapy involving tapping on the chest and vibrating the chest wall to loosen and mobilize secretions in the lungs.

Elevated

Refers to an increase or higher-than-normal level in medical or environmental contexts, such as elevated blood pressure or elevated terrain.

Acapella Device

A respiratory therapy tool designed to help patients clear mucus from the airways by providing vibration and resistance during exhalation.