Questionnaire measures of interest in dreams were obtained from 123 undergraduate students (61 males, 62 females). Of these students 98 later completed diaries of home dream recall over 10 days. The number of nights without dream recall was negatively correlated (−.23) with speculation about the meaning of one's dreams and (−.20) with the presence of beliefs or theories about the meaning of dreams. Sex differences were found in interest in dreams: chi squared tests indicated that women more frequently than men speculated about their dreams and discussed them with other people.

To investigate how coping behaviors may be preconditioned by assertiveness and locus of control, a questionnaire was given to 133 undergraduates of whom 87% reported recent tension attributed mainly to academic pressures. From a list of 22 common coping reactions, the students were asked to check those they use to deal with their tensions. The coping responses were also correlated with scores on an assertiveness inventory (AES) and Rotter's Internal-External Locus of Control (I-E) Scale. Reliance on one's own initiatives and turning to significant others were the responses most frequently reported as reactions to tension while seeking professional help was ranked last. Male students more frequently reported using marijuana or seeking sexual comfort than females, while females more frequently reported dysfunctional reactions such as spending endless hours thinking about the problem. The AES correlated significantly with problem-solving approaches. The IE Scale showed internals more inclined to meditate; externals indicated a greater likelihood to seek professional help, fantasize, or drink alcohol.

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This paper presents a linear programming model for farm planning known as the “Purdue Top Farmer Cropping Model ‘B’.” This model is designed for direct use with farmers and has been used by more than 5,000 individuals. The paper describes the features of this model and discusses the rationale for these features. In this process details on application, evolution and impact of the model are given. The success of the model is due to its design and the interplay between research and extension personnel in the model design. Un modèle de programmation linéaire, connu sous le nom de “Purdue Top Farmer Cropping Model ‘B’,” et destiné à la planification de la production des exploitations agricoles, est presenté dans ce rapport. Le modèle, déjà employé par plus de 5000 individus, est construit de manière à être directement utilisable par les exploitants agricoles. Le rapport décrit et expose la raison d'être des caractéristiques du modèle. Des détails sur les applications, l'évolution et l'impact de ce dernier sont fournis. La collaboration entre Je personel de recherche et d'extension dans le dessin du modèle en explique le succès.