How does genetics influence human Behaviour? In some situations, genes play a larger role in determining your behavior; in other situations, environment plays a larger role in influencing your behavior. If you had a whole different set of experiences over your lifetime your genes may be expressed in different ways, and you may behave differently […]
What discovery did Matthias Barringer make and what effect did this have on North Carolina?
What discovery did Matthias Barringer make and what effect did this have on North Carolina? In 1825 Matthias Barringer discovered that gold could be found in veins of white quartz, and by following these veins of quartz into the ground, one could recover more gold. Prior to this discovery, all of the mining conducted in […]
What is the concordance rate of schizophrenia from one identical twin to the other?
What is the concordance rate of schizophrenia from one identical twin to the other? Using an analysis of fingerprint patterns to determine likely chorionic status, the investigators found that dichorionic MZ twin pairs had a 10.7% concordance rate, while MZ twins with at least one measure of being monochorionic had a 60% concordance rate. Can […]
In which form of matter are the molecules closest to each other?
In which form of matter are the molecules closest to each other? Matter in the solid state maintains a fixed volume and shape, with component particles (atoms, molecules or ions) close together and fixed into place. Matter in the liquid state maintains a fixed volume, but has a variable shape that adapts to fit its […]
What empires were involved in the Silk Road?
What empires were involved in the Silk Road? The Silk Road was an ancient trade route that linked the Western world with the Middle East and Asia. It was a major conduit for trade between the Roman Empire and China and later between medieval European kingdoms and China. Which two empires benefited the most from […]
Which of the following is a sociological explanation for the disparities between the earnings of males and females?
Which of the following is a sociological explanation for the disparities between the earnings of males and females? Which of the following is a sociological explanation for the disparities between the earnings of males and females? Males and females are concentrated in different jobs, and “female-typed” jobs often pay less. What is gender identity in […]
What are the differences between the behaviorist and cognitive perspectives of learning According to cognitive perspectives what happens to the brain when we learn something?
What are the differences between the behaviorist and cognitive perspectives of learning According to cognitive perspectives what happens to the brain when we learn something? The big difference between behaviorist and cognitive learning perspectives is that behaviorism is more about explaining things through ones outward behavior or something that can be observed. Cognitivism is more […]
How do you handle routine misbehavior in the classroom?
How do you handle routine misbehavior in the classroom? How To Handle Misbehaving Students Step 1: Observe. Resist the urge to jump in and stop the misbehavior right away. Step 2: Stop the activity. Stop the activity by signaling for your students’ attention. Step 3: Wait. Step 4: Send them back. Step 5: Replay. Step […]
Who were the Contras in Nicaragua?
Who were the Contras in Nicaragua? The Contras were the various U.S.-backed and funded right-wing rebel groups that were active from 1979 to the early 1990s in opposition to the Marxist Sandinista Junta of National Reconstruction Government in Nicaragua which came to power in 1979 following the Nicaraguan Revolution. Who funded the Contras? In September […]
What are the four steps in solving personal financial challenges?
What are the four steps in solving personal financial challenges? There are four steps in solving one’s personal financial challenges: 1. considering opportunity costs 2. assessing risks and returns 3. setting short- and long-term goals 4. How do long term goals differ from short-term goals? Long-term goals require more money than short-term goals do. Long-term […]