A "split brain" patient is asked to stare at a spot on a screen. When a picture of an object is shown to the left of the spot, the patient can ___________
a) identify the object verbally and pick it out of a group of hidden objects using her right hand
b) identify the object verbally and pick it out of a group of hidden objects using her left hand
c) pick the object out of a group of hidden objects using her left hand, and can identify it by touch
d) pick the object out of a group of hidden objects using her right hand, but cannot identify it verbally
ANS: C, If it was on the right side it would not be identifiable, but on the left the patient could identify it by touch.
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A cross-cultural researcher is investigating the relationship between body weight and wealth in Third World countries. Which of the following is most likely to summarize the relationship?
a. There is no relationship between body weight and wealth. b. There is a strong positive relationship between body weight and wealth. c. There is a strong negative relationship between body weight and wealth. d. It is the same as the relationship found in industrialized nations.
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What will be an ideal response?