An employee's supervisor places full confidence in the employee and believes that the employee can handle a fairly difficult task. This boosts the employee's self-esteem which in turn increases her performance. This phenomena is known as:

What would you tell your female friend who is 15 pounds above her ideal weight and who has asked you for advice?

A) ?"Give up sweets for 6 weeks." B) ?"You look great. Forget about losing weight." C) ?"Forget about dieting; adopt a regular exercise program and stop overeating." D) ?"Eat the same kinds of food you're eating now, but only about half as much."

According to cognitive-developmental theory, what influences a child's understanding of moral issues the most?

A. how the adults in his or her life discuss moral issues B. how his or her peers behave morally C. what he or she sees on television regarding moral issues D. what he or she learns from siblings' moral behavior