DeAnna is 21 years old and is constantly examining herself in the mirror and talking about herself in public. She needs to be the center of attention. Over time, DeAnna's narcissism is likely to __________.
a. remain the same
b. decrease in middle adulthood, but increase again in later adulthood
c. decrease over time
d. increase dramatically over time
Question 2Caleb is 68 years old and recently retired. As a result, his social interactions are fewer and he is living on a fixed income. Which of the following statements is likely true of Caleb?
a. His neuroticism is likely to increase.
b. His self-esteem may decline a little.
c. His extraversion will increase.
d. His agreeableness will probably decline.
Question 3Which of the following reflects the general trends in neuroticism and conscientiousness across adulthood?
a. Neuroticism decreases and conscientiousness increases.
b. Neuroticism increases and conscientiousness decreases.
c. Neuroticism decreases and conscientiousness decreases.
d. Neuroticism increases and conscientiousness increases.
Question 4What is the primary difference between girls' and boys' self-esteem during adolescence?
a. Boys' self-esteem increases and girls' decreases.
b. Girls' and boys' self-esteem declines a little in middle school, but girls' doesn't increase as fast in high school.
c. Girls' self-esteem increases and boys' decreases.
d. Girls' and boys' self-esteem declines a little in middle school, but boys' doesn't increase as fast in high school.
Question 5Teo is more interested in talking about abstract ideas and concepts and has become curious about other cultures. Based on the research, Teo is likely what age?
a. 15
b. 10
c. 5
d. 65
Question 6What biological factors can affect a person's personality and behavior?
A) Genetic disorders (such as Angelman syndrome)
B) Organic diseases (such as Alzheimer's)
C) Environmental toxins (such as mercury poisoning)
D) Drugs
E) All of these
Question 7Reinforcement contingencies are unimportant in determining what behaviors observers are willing to perform spontaneously.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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