Until recently, Jerry had always enjoyed being on his high school debate team, which had won several awards. But yesterday, as Jerry prepared for next week's event, he began to experience a heightened sense of nervousness
He noticed tightness in his chest and he felt dizzy. He had difficulty controlling his rapid breathing and began to feel an intense need to go outside for air. It is most likely that Jerry was experiencing symptoms of
A) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
B) a panic attack.
C) agoraphobia.
D) post-traumatic stress disorder.
B
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What does the evidence indicate about possible bias of IQ tests regarding Blacks in the United States?
a. The fact that Blacks have lower IQ scores, on average, demonstrates test bias. b. The difference itself does not indicate bias, but Blacks with a particular IQ score do better in school than Whites with the same score, and that difference demonstrates test bias. c. Blacks with a particular IQ score do about equally well in school as Whites with the same score, and that result indicates a lack of test bias. d. Recently Black and White students have had the same IQ scores, demonstrating a lack of test bias.
Austin has been maltreated by his parents. As a result, he is more likely
a. to suffer low self-esteem. b. to seek out more friends in school. c. to act timidly toward a date or spouse. d. to have stunted physical growth.