The ______ plays a role in vital functions like heart rate, respiration, and blood pressure.
a. pons c. medulla
b. reticular activating system d. cerebellum
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According to Clark Hull, an internal state of tension is called
A) a balanced internal state.
B) a basic need.
C) homeostasis.
D) a hierarchy of needs.
E) a drive.
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Which of the following genetic-based concepts is NOT discussed in the text as a possible explanation for the variation in body weight among individuals?
A) leptin amount
B) metabolic rate
C) biochemical messages sent to the hypothalamus
D) set-point theory
E) adenovirus complications
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The _______ measures the rate at which the body burns calories to produce energy.
A) amount of leptin
B) metabolic rate
C) body mass index reading
D) set-point
E) Krebs numerical indicator
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Which of the following is NOT a factor of successful aging, according to researchers Rowe and Kahn (1997, 1998))?
A) continued social activities
B) keeping one’s cognitive abilities
C) engaging in productive activities
D) relatively good physical health
E) having financial surplus
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In Ainsworth’s study of American children and their attachment to their caretakers, she found
A) that about 5% showed a resistant attachment.
B) that about 25% showed a resistant attachment.
C) that about 35% demonstrated an avoidant attachment.
D) that about 65% showed a secure attachment.
E) that about 85% showed a secure attachment.
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Which of the following statements is true of the period of the embryo?
A) It is a time of cell division and travel toward the uterus for implantation.
B) It is when teratogens can be most harmful.
C) It is a time of major growth of the structures that have already been formed.
D) It is a time of travel from the ovary to through the fallopian tubes.
E) It is the stage in which the major organs are fully functional.
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When moral decisions are based on what will help to avoid punishment, the ________ level of moral development is being utilized.
A) nonconventional
B) conventional
C) preconventional
D) postconventional
E) subconventional
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A Congressional hearing is taking place in Washington, DC. The representatives are discussing whether the portrayals of violence on children's TV shows are perhaps contributing to the violence we see in schools today. What psychological process are the representatives likely considering as the reason that TV influences school violence?
A) classical conditioning B) observational learning
C) operant conditioning D) insight learning
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A Congressional hearing is taking place in Washington, DC. The representatives are discussing whether the portrayals of violence on children's TV shows are perhaps contributing to the violence we see in schools today. The work of what psychologist is most relevant to their discussions?
A) Skinner B) Pavlov C) Tolman D) Bandura
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