What systematic problem-solving method guarantees a solution, provided that one exists?

Alice has been experiencing a number of symptoms of anxiety for several months. A psychologist decides to assess her symptoms by using a behavioral coding system. What is Alice likely to be asked to do?

a. evaluate the symbolism of each of her symptoms b. record the presence of specific symptoms during 30-minute segments throughout the day c. rate the level of anxiety she feels on a scale ranging from very anxious to not anxious d. discuss her symptoms while a psychologist checks instruments designed to measure her pulse and breathing

Your teacher has given each student the name of a key figure in the history of psychology. The assignment is to describe at least one significant contribution made by this person

If your historical figure is Hermann Ebbinghaus, what contribution might you describe to the class? a) He described the limits of sensory storage. b) He discovered the parts of the brain responsible for processing memories. c) He created nonsense syllables in order to study memory in a "pure" form. d) He developed a series of memory aids that is still used by students today.