The beliefs about homosexuality among the Sambia tribe illustrate

a. that such behavior is considered abnormal in all cultures.
b. that cultures in developing nations are more accepting of sexual nonconformists than other cultures.
c. that classification of sexual practices as abnormal is strongly influenced by culture.
d. that there really is no such thing as abnormal sexual behavior.

c. that classification of sexual practices as abnormal is strongly influenced by culture.

Psychology

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Psychology

Parrots seem to talk. They utter words that sound like human language. Thus, can this behavior be thought to be speech? Which statement about parrots is supported by the research?

A) Parrots have been shown to be able to master syntax. B) Parrots have the language abilities of a 3-year-old child. C) Parrots' use of humanlike language appears to be based primarily on imitation and mimicry. They do not appear to understand the underlying structure of what they "say." D) When compared to chimpanzees or bonobos, parrots appear to have a much higher capacity for learning the syntax and structure of human language.

Psychology