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D Question 16 1 pts How does the University of Rochester "revisited" marshmallow task study we discussed in class inform our understanding of how self-regulation develops? If an individual is raised in an environment where rewards are not guaranteed, they may learn to delay rewards until their other responsibilities are met (i.e. they will have better self-regulation). If an individual is raised in an environment where rewards are plentiful, they may learn they never need to delay gratification (i.e. they will have poorer self-regulation). If an individual is raised in an environment where rewards are not guaranteed, they may learn to take what they can when they can (i.e. they will have poorer self-regulation). If an individual is raised in an environment where rewards are plentiful, they may learn to self-regulate sooner. DQuestion 17 1 pts Nick is studying for his science test that is scheduled to be held the next day. He is unaware that his cellphone has been ringing loudly for the past five minutes. In this case, Nick is exhibiting: O daydreaming O arousal O selective attention O divided attention

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(Answer) (1) C – If an individual is raised in an environment where rewards are not guaranteed, they may learn to take what they can, when they can. This is because they have not been accustomed to the situation where they have had to wait patiently after their good behavior for a reward that they deserved. Therefore, they are not entirely used to this concept and would not be able to wait a little while longer to eat the two marshmallows.

(2) C – Selective attention is simply the process where there are several stimuli in the environment simultaneously but, the brain selects which to focus on and which to ignore.

(3) A – Parasympathetic nervous system. Because this is also known as the “rest and digest” system.

(4) A – All of the above. Because reducing prejudice is a conscious effort. This means that it takes work to get to know someone and eradicate prejudice. Engendering equality, interactions, cooperative tasks, etc. would all help bring about camaraderie.