Developmental Psychology

The Children’s Internet Protection Act is directed at what organizations?

The Children’s Internet Protection Act is directed at what organizations?

The Children’s Internet Protection Act is directed at what organizations?
A) Public schools and libraries      B) Internet service providers
C) Internet site producers and managers   D) all of the above

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Euroboi

The Children’s Internet Protection Act was passed by Congress in what year?

The Children’s Internet Protection Act was passed by Congress in what year?

The Children’s Internet Protection Act was passed by Congress in what year?
A) 1983      B) 1991      C) 2000      D) 2006

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Euroboi

According to research, what percent of adolescents are exposed to Web-based pornography, even when t

According to research, what percent of adolescents are exposed to Web-based pornography, even when t

According to research, what percent of adolescents are exposed to Web-based pornography, even when they are not searching for it?
A) 12         B) 33         C) 51         D) 77

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Euroboi

The Communications Decency Act was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court because it violated the:

The Communications Decency Act was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court because it violated the:

The Communications Decency Act was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court because it violated the:
A) Freedom of Information Act.      B) Privacy Act.
C) separation of church and state.      D) First Amendment.

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Euroboi

Who invented the Internet? (Multiple Choice)

Who invented the Internet? (Multiple Choice)

Who invented the Internet?
A) The U.S. military            B) Microsoft       
C) The United Nations         D) Japanese scientists

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Euroboi

According to the text, which of the following is NOT one of the most common reasons adolescents use

According to the text, which of the following is NOT one of the most common reasons adolescents use

According to the text, which of the following is NOT one of the most common reasons adolescents use the Web?
A) To use email            B) To do research for school
C) To visit social-networking sites      D) To play games

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Euroboi

Approximately what percent of the world’s Internet users live in North America?

Approximately what percent of the world’s Internet users live in North America?

Approximately what percent of the world’s Internet users live in North America?
A) 16       B) 31      C) 52      D) 68

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Euroboi

In 2009, approximately what percent of American adolescents had access to computers both at home and

In 2009, approximately what percent of American adolescents had access to computers both at home and

In 2009, approximately what percent of American adolescents had access to computers both at home and at school?
A) 28         B) 48         C) 78         D) 90

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Euroboi

In what year was the first personal computer (PC) introduced?

In what year was the first personal computer (PC) introduced?

In what year was the first personal computer (PC) introduced?
A) 1968      B) 1974      C) 1980      D) 1988

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Euroboi

According to the text, what term is used to describe the “betwixt and between” state in which indivi

According to the text, what term is used to describe the “betwixt and between” state in which indivi

According to the text, what term is used to describe the “betwixt and between” state in which individuals are no longer adolescents but are not quite young adults?
A) Generation Y            B) Emerging adulthood
C) Youth                D) Prolonged adolesce

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Euroboi

Dan reached adolescence during a period of time in which American youth tended to feel pessimistic a

Dan reached adolescence during a period of time in which American youth tended to feel pessimistic a

Dan reached adolescence during a period of time in which American youth tended to feel pessimistic about the economic opportunities available to them, as well as neglected by their parents. It is most likely that Dan is a member of 
A) Gen

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Euroboi

Generation X refers to American individuals who were born:

Generation X refers to American individuals who were born:

Generation X refers to American individuals who were born:
A) from the mid-1920s to the mid-1940s.
B) from the mid-1940s to the mid-1960s.
C) from the mid-1960s to the mid-1980s.
D) from the mid-1980s until 2000.

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Euroboi

Worldwide, approximately what percent of new cases of AIDS are among people between the ages and 15

Worldwide, approximately what percent of new cases of AIDS are among people between the ages and 15

Worldwide, approximately what percent of new cases of AIDS are among people between the ages and 15 and 24?
A) 20      B) 30      C) 80      D) 50

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Euroboi

Worldwide, what is the leading cause of death for 15- to 19-year-old, female adolescents?

Worldwide, what is the leading cause of death for 15- to 19-year-old, female adolescents?

Worldwide, what is the leading cause of death for 15- to 19-year-old, female adolescents?
A) Murder      B) Early pregnancy   C) Suicide      D) AIDS

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Euroboi

Samantha was born in the United States during the 1950s. She is therefore part of the:

Samantha was born in the United States during the 1950s. She is therefore part of the:

Samantha was born in the United States during the 1950s. She is therefore part of the:
A) GI generation.            B) lost generation.
C) silent generation.            D) baby boomers.

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Euroboi

Individuals who were adolescents during World War I are often referred to as the:

Individuals who were adolescents during World War I are often referred to as the:

Individuals who were adolescents during World War I are often referred to as the:
A) GI generation.            B) lost generation.
C) silent generation.            D) baby boomers.

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Euroboi

Darnell and Jennifer belong to the same cohort. This means they belong to the same:

Darnell and Jennifer belong to the same cohort. This means they belong to the same:

Darnell and Jennifer belong to the same cohort. This means they belong to the same:
A) generation.      B) culture.      C) family.      D) SES.

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Euroboi

The period of time between adolescence and adulthood is often referred to as:

The period of time between adolescence and adulthood is often referred to as:

The period of time between adolescence and adulthood is often referred to as:
A) post-adolescence.             B) pre-adulthood.
C) emerging adulthood.          D) adolescent progression.

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Euroboi

Dr. O’Mahen is conducting research on adolescents’ peer relationships. Which of the following approa

Dr. O’Mahen is conducting research on adolescents’ peer relationships. Which of the following approa

Dr. O’Mahen is conducting research on adolescents’ peer relationships. Which of the following approaches is she most likely to use?
A) Biological      B) Cognitive      C) Psychiatric      D) Social

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Euroboi

A team of researchers is interested in studying the reasoning abilities of adolescents. Which of the

A team of researchers is interested in studying the reasoning abilities of adolescents. Which of the

A team of researchers is interested in studying the reasoning abilities of adolescents. Which of the following approaches are they most likely to use?
A) Biological      B) Cognitive      C) Psychiatric      D) Social

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Euroboi

Your authors’ approach to the study of adolescents is:

Your authors’ approach to the study of adolescents is:

Your authors’ approach to the study of adolescents is:
A) biological.      B) cognitive.      C) social.      D) eclectic.

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Euroboi

All of the following are approaches to the study of adolescents EXCEPT:

All of the following are approaches to the study of adolescents EXCEPT:

All of the following are approaches to the study of adolescents EXCEPT:
A) biological.      B) cognitive.      C) psychiatric.      D) social.

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Euroboi

The cognitive approach to studying adolescents focuses on:

The cognitive approach to studying adolescents focuses on:

The cognitive approach to studying adolescents focuses on:
A) sexual maturation and genes.
B) changes in the way adolescents think.
C) emotions and the self.
D) adolescent social relations.

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Euroboi

The biological approach to studying adolescents focuses on:

The biological approach to studying adolescents focuses on:

The biological approach to studying adolescents focuses on:
A) sexual maturation and genes.
B) changes in the way adolescents think.
C) emotions and the self.
D) adolescent social relations.

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Euroboi

Debbie is 12 years old and her body is physically able to bear children. She has definitely reached:

Debbie is 12 years old and her body is physically able to bear children. She has definitely reached:

Debbie is 12 years old and her body is physically able to bear children. She has definitely reached:
A) adolescence.    B) maturity.      C) puberty.      D) teenhood.

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Euroboi

In all 50 United States, 18-year-olds have the right to:

In all 50 United States, 18-year-olds have the right to:

In all 50 United States, 18-year-olds have the right to:
A) marry without parental consent.      B) obtain credit in their own names.
C) purchase alcoholic beverages.      D) vote in national elections.

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Euroboi

Which of the following terms refers to a person not yet an adult in the eyes of the law?

Which of the following terms refers to a person not yet an adult in the eyes of the law?

Which of the following terms refers to a person not yet an adult in the eyes of the law?
A) adolescent      B) juvenile      C) preteen      D) teenager

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Euroboi

The physical changes related to sexual maturation take place during several years. This period of ti

The physical changes related to sexual maturation take place during several years. This period of ti

The physical changes related to sexual maturation take place during several years. This period of time is called:
A) adolescence.    B) puberty.       C) teenage.       D) youth.

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Euroboi

Narrowly, the age at which a person first becomes sexually capable of having children is called:

Narrowly, the age at which a person first becomes sexually capable of having children is called:

Narrowly, the age at which a person first becomes sexually capable of having children is called:
A) adolescence    B) adulthood       C) maturity       D) puberty

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Euroboi

Researchers believe that individuals with higher work centrality scores will be found in cultures th

Researchers believe that individuals with higher work centrality scores will be found in cultures th

Researchers believe that individuals with higher work centrality scores will be found in cultures that place a high value on __________ and __________.
a.   conservatism; autonomy
b.    egalitarianism; hierarchy
c.   mastery; hierarchy

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Sheeba

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. Gregory believes that socially responsible

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. Gregory believes that socially responsible

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. Gregory believes that socially responsible behavior involves respecting each individual as an equal, suggesting he believes in ____________ rather than _____________.
a.   conservatism; auto

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Sheeba

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. One such category of values involves conser

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. One such category of values involves conser

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. One such category of values involves conservatism vs. autonomy. Conservatism represents ____________ and autonomy represents ____________.
a.   the belief that humans should seek to control

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Sheeba

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. One such category of values involves master

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. One such category of values involves master

Different societal values influence perceptions of work. One such category of values involves mastery versus harmony. Mastery represents ____________ and harmony represents ____________.
a.   the belief that humans should seek to control what they

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Sheeba

Kaci considers her career a very important part of her life. In contrast, Jason sees his career as a

Kaci considers her career a very important part of her life. In contrast, Jason sees his career as a

Kaci considers her career a very important part of her life. In contrast, Jason sees his career as a way to enjoy other aspects of his life. Which of the following concepts best describes Kaci’s and Jason’s differences in their perceptions of work?

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Sheeba

One way to measure the meaning of work in a culture is to ask a series of questions about work and w

One way to measure the meaning of work in a culture is to ask a series of questions about work and w

One way to measure the meaning of work in a culture is to ask a series of questions about work and whether individuals perceive it as meaningful and accessible to everyone in society or as strictly an obligation that must be met. This perception is a

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Sheeba

Cross-cultural research identified 10 core values that underlie people’s behavior all over the world

Cross-cultural research identified 10 core values that underlie people’s behavior all over the world

Cross-cultural research identified 10 core values that underlie people’s behavior all over the world. Which of the following does NOT belong with the others?
a.   power
b.   self-direction
c.   benevolence
d.   gender

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Sheeba

Blake loves singing and writing music. He never has to be reminded to practice or work on lyrics. Of

Blake loves singing and writing music. He never has to be reminded to practice or work on lyrics. Of

Blake loves singing and writing music. He never has to be reminded to practice or work on lyrics. Of the characteristics associated with creativity, his energy for his pastime is indicative of __________.
a.   brainstorming
b.   strategy

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Sheeba

Sometimes when I get stuck on a problem it helps to walk away from the task and let the ideas and co

Sometimes when I get stuck on a problem it helps to walk away from the task and let the ideas and co

Sometimes when I get stuck on a problem it helps to walk away from the task and let the ideas and contributions made so far develop naturally and without conscious effort. This is known as _____________.
a.   incubation
b.   strategy
c.   r

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Sheeba

In order to be able to engage in risk taking one must have the ability to be critical of one’s own w

In order to be able to engage in risk taking one must have the ability to be critical of one’s own w

In order to be able to engage in risk taking one must have the ability to be critical of one’s own work and  __________.
a.   low self-confidence
b.   a performance orientation
c.   expertise in an area unrelated to the task at hand

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Sheeba

Creative people are willing to take chances when solving problems or developing new ideas. This is a

Creative people are willing to take chances when solving problems or developing new ideas. This is a

Creative people are willing to take chances when solving problems or developing new ideas. This is also known as __________.
a.   brainstorming
b.   strategy
c.   risk taking
d.   expertise

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Sheeba