Exam 1: The Study of Human Development

Mr. Link tries to help his students learn how to be assertive by having them watch how other students can be successful by acting assertively. What theory's principles is Mr. Link using to help his students?

Who is most likely interested in the study of human development?

Which of the following Canadian organizations is responsible for overseeing stem cell research?

Denise is studying how attitudes toward government change over the course of life by studying one group of people when they are 11, 21, 31, 41, 51, and 61 years old. What kind of design is Denise using?

After studying his history, Giles is excused from having to wash the dishes, a task he detests. What are Giles's parents attempting to use to increase Giles's studying?

Since Dr. Kim takes a strong nature position concerning the origins of mental retardation, what is she most likely to attribute her son's retardation to?

Carrie takes notes on the behaviours exhibited by college students attending a frat party. What kind of study is Carrie doing?

Which of the following constitutes a "psychological force?"

Who would be most likely to make the statement: "Life is about consequences!"?

Jackson's knowledge of economics has grown over the years, while at the same time his ability to play hockey has deteriorated. What does Jackson's experience exemplify?

Joan has decided to retire early and to take a reduced pension so that she can volunteer for an international child development agency. At which stage of Erikson's psychosocial development theory is Joan?

Which of the following is an example of a biological force?

In which theory is the epigenetic principle a key component?

Karen is interested in studying the impact of growing up during the Great Depression on the saving and spending habits of individuals. Which perspective is Karen using?

Which of the following problems is most likely to be encountered by researchers assessing the effects of sociocultural forces?

Which theory says that personality development is determined by the interaction of an internal maturational plan and external societal demands?

Charlie and Suzanne had two girls: Jadah who is 12, and Jackie who is 8. Both girls have red hair and freckles, just like their father. The girls also have a small body frame, just like their mother. Which of the following types of forces explains the characteristics of Jadah and Jackie?

When Alan says, "It would have been tough to be a father at age 18, but being one at age 28 is super," which factors is he noting the importance of in human development?

Matt finds himself unable to adjust to college because he doesn't seem to have the study skills necessary to earn passing grades. Which theory best explains Matt's predicament?

Dr. Simpson's students were rightfully upset when he used very accurate weight scales to determine their grades in a Developmental Psychology class. What did Dr. Simpson's method of assessment lack?