Which of the Following Is True of Physiological Measures Used

question 156

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of physiological measures used in the study of life-span development?

• A) They are based on the assumption that a person's behavior is consistent and stable, yet personality can vary with the situation.
• B) They involve the use of a standard set of questions to obtain people's self-reported beliefs about a particular topic.
• C) They involve the use of electromagnetic waves to construct images of a person's brain tissue and biochemical activity.
• D) They provide insights that sometimes cannot be attained in the laboratory and are used at sporting events and child-care centers.

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Definitions:

Narcissist

An individual with an excessive focus on themselves, often with a need for admiration and a lack of empathy for others.

Effective Leader

An individual who achieves goals through influencing others, fostering innovation, and demonstrating strong decision-making.

Determined Jointly

Decisions or outcomes arrived at through collaboration or consensus between two or more parties.

Heredity

The genetic transmission of characteristics from parents to offspring, influencing traits such as appearance, health, and behavior.