The introductory discussion about creativity in Chapter 11 pointed out that
a. the definition of "creativity" specifies that the problem solution must be produced by the process of insight.
b. researchers do not agree on a universal definition of the term "creativity."
c. researchers have conducted numerous studies on creativity, but this research has not yet been described in many psychology journals or books.
d. unlike other kinds of problem-solving tasks, creativity does not require us to reach a goal state.
Ans: b
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A. Researchers have argued that asking whether self-esteem is stable is a poor question because it is impossible to measure self-esteem, let alone measure whether it changes during adolescence. B. Researchers have argued that asking whether self-esteem is stable is a poor question because self-esteem does not change across development; self-esteem is one of the most stable traits. C. Researchers have argued that asking whether self-esteem is stable is a poor question because group averages often hide substantial differences between people. D. Researchers have argued that asking whether self-esteem is stable is poor because the answer is incredibly obvious and, as a result, it does not deserve any more scientific research.
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a. Making sure that peers who do not conform to gender norms are bent back into the "correct" behaviors. b. Using play to try on behaviors that fall outside of traditional gender norms. c. Refusing to participate in cross-gender activities d. None of the above.