Cochlear implants involve small electronic devices that take the place of the:

Which of the following statements is supported by research on computers and academic learning?

A) Most U.S. low-SES families with school-age children and adolescents do not have computers or Internet access. B) Children who use word processing products tend to struggle with spelling and grammar, because they worry less about making mistakes. C) Computer-written word processing products tend to be shorter and of lesser quality than handwritten products. D) The more low-SES middle-school students use the Internet for personal information gathering, the better their reading achievement.

Regarding defense mechanisms, which of the following statements is TRUE?

a. The use of defense mechanisms prevents us from developing large blind spots in awareness. b. Defense mechanisms often help keep us from being overwhelmed by immediate threats. c. Most of the defense mechanisms were first identified by Jean Piaget. d. After years of research, it has been found that defense mechanisms are almost completely conscious in nature.