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1. The concept that abnormal behavior is the result of a disease goes with the

cognitive model

humanistic model

psychological model

medical model

behavioral model

2. Erik Erikson's developmental stages are organized around potential turning points called

psychosocial crises

psychosexual crises

maturation points

fixation points

developmental tasks

3. Which of the following is the safest statement to make regarding the origin of gender differences?

Gender roles are heavily influenced by the environment in which the child is raised.

As with anything, the explanation of gender differences is complex and must take into account both biological and environmental factors.

The fact that males tend to exhibit more cerebral specialization than females explains the bulk of the differences.

The reinforcement children receive for displaying gender-appropriate behavior determines the differences.

Hormonal differences between the sexes account for the largest proportion of the variation.

4. Margaret is an industrial psychologist who advises companies on how to improve worker morale. As a psychologist who attempts to solve practical problems, Margaret would most likely be considered

a behavioral psychologist

a social psychologist

an academic psychologist

an applied psychologist

a humanistic psychologist