Which of the Following Is a Factor Which Can Put

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a factor which can put a child at risk for later negative outcome(s) ?

• A) Certain patterns of genetic inheritance
• B) A poor prenatal environment
• C) An unhealthy perinatal environment
• D) All of these

Identify alternatives to random assignment in experiments.

Explain how confounding variables affect internal validity in experiments.

Describe the rationale behind random assignment in experiments.

Interpret correlation coefficients and their implications.

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Definitions:

Inoculation Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that exposure to weakened forms of an argument increases later resistance to that argument, similar to how exposure to a virus can create immunity.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes simultaneously.

Inoculation Theory

A theory suggesting that exposure to a weakened form of an argument strengthens people's ability to refute stronger, future arguments.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state in which an individual experiences discomfort or conflict due to holding contradictory beliefs, attitudes, or values at the same time.