Different kinds of stressful events create different needs, and social support is most effective when it meets those needs. This is called the

A. matching hypothesis.
B. buffering hypothesis.
C. direct effects hypothesis.
D. working hypothesis.

Answer: A

Psychology

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Regarding time management and goal-setting, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Putting in more effort early in a course can greatly reduce the "pain" and stress you will experience later. b. If your professors don't give frequent assignments, set your own day­by­day goals. c. By using time management, you will be more likely to feel guilty during your free or play times and convert these times to productive study sessions. d. Students should not wait for their teachers to "make" their courses interesting, but should find ways to make their schoolwork interesting and enjoyable.

Psychology

Which of the following do not show self-awareness when facing a mirror?

a. Chimpanzees younger than 17 years b. Chimpanzees older than 17 years c. Human children younger than 15 months d. Human children older than 15 months

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