As described in the textbook, scapegoat theory is most directly linked to ____

a. the representativeness heuristic
b. anchoring and adjustment
c. the self-serving bias
d. the confirmation bias

C

Psychology

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Institutional review boards (IRBs) must be composed of certain types of people. If the IRB at Claudius University already consists of a scientist and a nonscientist, which of the following people would also need to be on the IRB at Claudius University?

a. Dr. Jenkins, the president of Claudius University b. Lisa, a student at Claudius University c. Mr. Allen, a physician in the town near Claudius University d. Ms. Jones, an assistant for the other members of the IRB

Psychology

According to researchers at Yale, what might be one way to get children to eat more carrots?

a. Include the word "healthy" on the outside of the package. b. Include a brief explanation of the amount of vitamins in carrots. c. Put a prize in the package. d. Put a cartoon character on the outside of the package.

Psychology