Psychologists in the ____________ areas tend to specialize in research on a single psychological process,whereas psychologists in ____________ areas use knowledge of psychology to solve and prevent human problems.
A) basic;applied
B) basic;clinical
C) applied;clinical
D) cognitive;basic

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Psychologists in basic areas specialize in the study of psychological processes and principles, while psychologists in applied areas use that knowledge to solve practical problems. Clinical psychology is a subspecialty of applied psychology that deals with psychological disorders and related issues. Therefore, choice A, which contrasts basic and applied areas, is the most appropriate option.

Psychologists in the ____________ Areas Tend to Specialize in Research