Arnett notes that there is "a great range of individual differences exists in the extent to which people use formal operations." Give a specific example to illustrate this statement

What will be an ideal response?

An adolescent who is interested in mechanics might use formal operations consistently at the shop where he works to solve problems, but might not use those skills in school subjects that he does not like.

Psychology

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Which of the following trait theories developed the most precise identification of traits that has been used widely in trait research?

A. Allport's trait theory B. Cattell's factor analytic trait theory C. Hans Eysenck's PEN model D. The five factor trait theory

Psychology

Sex researchers view sexual behaviors

A. as enhancing or decreasing mental health. B. on a continuum ranging from typical to atypical of a specific group. C. on a continuum ranging from reproductive to nonreproductive. D. as normal or abnormal.

Psychology