During the school years, the practical use of language, or ________, develops.
A. syntax
B. pragmatics
C. semantics
D. code switching
Answer: B
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According to the conventional wisdom about various patient variables, which individual is most likely to benefit from psychotherapy?
a. Bobby, who was referred to treatment by the courts after two separate instances of "road rage" b. Antonio, whose wife begged him to seek help after he'd spent the last two weeks unable to pull himself out of bed c. Ethan, who is trying to show that he is a "fit" parent in anticipation of an upcoming custody hearing d. Kirin, who wants to make sure that her "head is on straight" before she starts a rigorous graduate program
George has always been a peaceful, law-abiding man, and he has raised his kids to be the same way. He donates to charitable causes and provides a comfortable life for his family. One night he takes his kids to a carnival and in the parking lot, they are confronted by an armed robber. The robber has a knife and threatens to harm one of George's kids if he does not hand over his wallet. A deontological response to the situation would require George to:
A. remain passive, regardless of the consequences. B. consider the wishes of the robber as well as his own. C. fight hard against the robber, regardless of the injury he might inflict. D. only be concerned with protecting himself.