In a study of the effects of ice cream on mood, the ice cream can be described as __________.
A. the dependent variable
B. the independent variable
C. a correlational variable
D. a confounding variable
Answer: B
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In looking at the relationship between hunger and conditions of the stomach researchers have discovered that:
a. hunger cannot be experienced if one's stomach is full. b. stomach contractions are necessary for experiencing hunger. c. rats whose stomachs are removed continue to eat regularly. d. humans and animals without stomachs lose the capacity to feel hungry.
Mary, a 19-year old college sophomore, has been referred to a psychologist by her physician. Mary has a high level of anxiety and complains of intrusive thoughts that interfere with her ability to study for exams. She also reports having severe migraine headaches before exams. Most likely, the psychologist will
A) assume that the migraines are triggered by the stress of Mary's worries about exams and will assess her test-taking skills. B) disregard his theoretical approach and use behavioral assessments that have been proved effective in anxiety-reduction cases. C) conduct a brief assessment because of Mary's young age and the simplicity of the case. D) consider Mary's medical state, age, and symptoms in selecting appropriate assessment tools.