Question 1

The area of the frontal lobe that plays an important role in the production of speech is called

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A)  Wernicke's area. 
B)  Broca's area. 
C)  Cannon's area. 
D)  Sperry's area. 
A)  Wernicke's area. 
B)  Broca's area. 
C)  Cannon's area. 
D)  Sperry's area.

Question 2

Shane and Blane are identical (monozygotic)twins; however,people seldom get the two brothers mixed up because Blane is almost 2 inches shorter than Shane.The difference in height means that

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A)  even though both brothers display the same phenotype, they have different genotypes. 
B)  because the brothers display different phenotypes, they must also have different underlying genotypes. 
C)  even though both brothers share the same genotype, they display different phenotypes. 
D)  Blane is heterozygous for the "tallness" trait, and Shane is homozygous for the "tallness" trait. 
A)  even though both brothers display the same phenotype, they have different genotypes. 
B)  because the brothers display different phenotypes, they must also have different underlying genotypes. 
C)  even though both brothers share the same genotype, they display different phenotypes. 
D)  Blane is heterozygous for the "tallness" trait, and Shane is homozygous for the "tallness" trait.

Question 3

Compare and contrast the nervous system and the endocrine system.

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Both are internal communication systems;

Question 4

If electrical stimulation of a brain structure results in an animal's eating constantly and gaining weight rapidly,the structure stimulated MOST likely is the

Accepted Answer

A)  frontal lobe. 
B)  thalamus. 
C)  hypothalamus. 
D)  limbic system. 
A)  frontal lobe. 
B)  thalamus. 
C)  hypothalamus. 
D)  limbic system.

Question 5

Which of the following are generally considered the key functional units in hereditary transmission?

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A)  dichromats 
B)  limens 
C)  chromosomes 
D)  genes 
A)  dichromats 
B)  limens 
C)  chromosomes 
D)  genes

Question 6

Pick two different types of brain imaging techniques and describe what aspects of brain functioning they are used to explore.What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method?

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There are numerous possible imaging proc

Question 7

A postsynaptic potential occurs when

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A)  neurotransmitters are released into the synaptic cleft. 
B)  neurotransmitters are reabsorbed into the terminal buttons. 
C)  neurotransmitters bind or attach to receptor sites on the postsynaptic neuron. 
D)  neurotransmitters bind or attach to receptor sites on the presynaptic neuron. 
A)  neurotransmitters are released into the synaptic cleft. 
B)  neurotransmitters are reabsorbed into the terminal buttons. 
C)  neurotransmitters bind or attach to receptor sites on the postsynaptic neuron. 
D)  neurotransmitters bind or attach to receptor sites on the presynaptic neuron.

Question 8

The brain imaging technique that permits scientists to temporarily enhance or depress activity in a specific area of the brain is known as

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A)  computerized tomography. 
B)  positron emission tomography. 
C)  magnetic resonance imaging. 
D)  transcranial magnetic stimulation. 
A)  computerized tomography. 
B)  positron emission tomography. 
C)  magnetic resonance imaging. 
D)  transcranial magnetic stimulation.

Question 9

Recent research suggests that which of the following structures is involved in higher-order cognitive functions such as attention and planning?

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A)  pons 
B)  medulla 
C)  cerebellum 
D)  brainstem 
A)  pons 
B)  medulla 
C)  cerebellum 
D)  brainstem

Question 10

You are about to give your first speech in front of your speech class and are nervous about getting up in front of the class.As you anticipate getting up in front of the class you begin to feel butterflies in your stomach and a pounding in your chest.Using this example,explain how the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system work together to help your body react to this situation.

Accepted Answer

As you prepare to go to class,the autono

Question 11

Neurons are the only cells in the nervous system that are capable of transmission and integration of information.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Sally has blue eyes and blond hair.Genetically,this description refers to Sally's

Accepted Answer

A)  phenotype. 
B)  somatotype. 
C)  genotype. 
D)  prototype. 
A)  phenotype. 
B)  somatotype. 
C)  genotype. 
D)  prototype.

Question 13

Donavon was adopted at birth by Mr.and Mrs.Erndt.Although neither of his biological parents had much musical ability,Donavon has become an excellent pianist,just like Mr.Erndt.This information could be used as evidence to suggest that

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A)  environmental factors have more influence than genetic factors in musical talent. 
B)  both genetic and environmental factors contribute equally to musical talent. 
C)  genetic factors have more influence than environmental factors in musical talent. 
D)  neither genetic nor environmental factors contribute to musical talent. 
A)  environmental factors have more influence than genetic factors in musical talent. 
B)  both genetic and environmental factors contribute equally to musical talent. 
C)  genetic factors have more influence than environmental factors in musical talent. 
D)  neither genetic nor environmental factors contribute to musical talent.

Question 14

Skin color is determined by three to five gene pairs.This makes skin color

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A)  a monogenic trait. 
B)  a dominant trait. 
C)  a polygenic trait. 
D)  a polymorphous trait. 
A)  a monogenic trait. 
B)  a dominant trait. 
C)  a polygenic trait. 
D)  a polymorphous trait.

Question 15

All of the studies that highlighted the possible importance of early experience in animals had which of the following features in common?

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A)  They used extreme conditions to make their comparisons. 
B)  They used relatively crude measures of brain growth. 
C)  The researchers used very small samples. 
D)  They were supported by a grant from the United States Department of Education. 
A)  They used extreme conditions to make their comparisons. 
B)  They used relatively crude measures of brain growth. 
C)  The researchers used very small samples. 
D)  They were supported by a grant from the United States Department of Education.

Question 16

Assume that trait X is primarily an inherited characteristic.Imagine that trait X is investigated using family studies,twin studies,and adoption studies.Briefly describe each of these three methods and indicate what information each would be expected to yield regarding trait X.

Accepted Answer

Family studies: There should be more phe

Question 17

Electrodes placed in which location are likely to produce the highest rates of self- stimulation by an animal?

Accepted Answer

A)  amygdala 
B)  cerebral cortex 
C)  medial forebrain bundle 
D)  posterior 
A)  amygdala 
B)  cerebral cortex 
C)  medial forebrain bundle 
D)  posterior

Question 18

ESB involves

Accepted Answer

A)  sending a weak electric current into a brain structure to stimulate or activate the structure. 
B)  monitoring the electrical activity of the brain over time. 
C)  visualizing the three-dimensional structure of the brain. 
D)  destroying a piece of the brain. 
A)  sending a weak electric current into a brain structure to stimulate or activate the structure. 
B)  monitoring the electrical activity of the brain over time. 
C)  visualizing the three-dimensional structure of the brain. 
D)  destroying a piece of the brain.

Question 19

Which of the following has NOT been demonstrated through scientific research?

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A)  rats raised in enriched environments have heavier brains than rats raised in impoverished environments 
B)  kittens deprived of visual stimulation in one eye early in life become permanently blind in that eye 
C)  after listening to classical music, college students show increased performance on some tasks 
D)  young infants exposed to classical music show higher cognitive performance in preschool 
A)  rats raised in enriched environments have heavier brains than rats raised in impoverished environments 
B)  kittens deprived of visual stimulation in one eye early in life become permanently blind in that eye 
C)  after listening to classical music, college students show increased performance on some tasks 
D)  young infants exposed to classical music show higher cognitive performance in preschool

Question 20

Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Human beings begin life with an insufficient number of synapses. 
B)  Human beings begin life with an overabundance of synapses. 
C)  Synaptic density is associated with intelligence. 
D)  Brain development is only malleable during the first 3 years of life. 
A)  Human beings begin life with an insufficient number of synapses. 
B)  Human beings begin life with an overabundance of synapses. 
C)  Synaptic density is associated with intelligence. 
D)  Brain development is only malleable during the first 3 years of life.

The area of the frontal lobe that plays an important role in the production of speech is called

Shane and Blane are identical (monozygotic)twins; however,people seldom get the two brothers mixed up because Blane is almost 2 inches shorter than Shane.The difference in height means that

Compare and contrast the nervous system and the endocrine system.

If electrical stimulation of a brain structure results in an animal's eating constantly and gaining weight rapidly,the structure stimulated MOST likely is the

Which of the following are generally considered the key functional units in hereditary transmission?

Pick two different types of brain imaging techniques and describe what aspects of brain functioning they are used to explore.What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method?

A postsynaptic potential occurs when

The brain imaging technique that permits scientists to temporarily enhance or depress activity in a specific area of the brain is known as

Recent research suggests that which of the following structures is involved in higher-order cognitive functions such as attention and planning?

Neurons are the only cells in the nervous system that are capable of transmission and integration of information.

Sally has blue eyes and blond hair.Genetically,this description refers to Sally's

Donavon was adopted at birth by Mr.and Mrs.Erndt.Although neither of his biological parents had much musical ability,Donavon has become an excellent pianist,just like Mr.Erndt.This information could be used as evidence to suggest that

Skin color is determined by three to five gene pairs.This makes skin color

All of the studies that highlighted the possible importance of early experience in animals had which of the following features in common?

Assume that trait X is primarily an inherited characteristic.Imagine that trait X is investigated using family studies,twin studies,and adoption studies.Briefly describe each of these three methods and indicate what information each would be expected to yield regarding trait X.

Electrodes placed in which location are likely to produce the highest rates of self- stimulation by an animal?

ESB involves

Which of the following has NOT been demonstrated through scientific research?

Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?

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Exam 3: The Biological Bases of Behavior

The area of the frontal lobe that plays an important role in the production of speech is called

Shane and Blane are identical (monozygotic)twins; however,people seldom get the two brothers mixed up because Blane is almost 2 inches shorter than Shane.The difference in height means that

Compare and contrast the nervous system and the endocrine system.

If electrical stimulation of a brain structure results in an animal's eating constantly and gaining weight rapidly,the structure stimulated MOST likely is the

Which of the following are generally considered the key functional units in hereditary transmission?

Pick two different types of brain imaging techniques and describe what aspects of brain functioning they are used to explore.What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method?

A postsynaptic potential occurs when

The brain imaging technique that permits scientists to temporarily enhance or depress activity in a specific area of the brain is known as

Recent research suggests that which of the following structures is involved in higher-order cognitive functions such as attention and planning?

Neurons are the only cells in the nervous system that are capable of transmission and integration of information.

Sally has blue eyes and blond hair.Genetically,this description refers to Sally's

Donavon was adopted at birth by Mr.and Mrs.Erndt.Although neither of his biological parents had much musical ability,Donavon has become an excellent pianist,just like Mr.Erndt.This information could be used as evidence to suggest that

Skin color is determined by three to five gene pairs.This makes skin color

All of the studies that highlighted the possible importance of early experience in animals had which of the following features in common?

Assume that trait X is primarily an inherited characteristic.Imagine that trait X is investigated using family studies,twin studies,and adoption studies.Briefly describe each of these three methods and indicate what information each would be expected to yield regarding trait X.

Electrodes placed in which location are likely to produce the highest rates of self- stimulation by an animal?

ESB involves

Which of the following has NOT been demonstrated through scientific research?

Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?

The Evolution of Psychology

The Research Enterprise in Psychology

Sensation and Perception

Variations in Consciousness

Learning

Human Memory

Language and Thought

Intelligence and Psychological Testing

Motivation and Emotion

Human Development Across the Life Span

Personality

Social Behavior

Stress,Coping,and Health

Psychological Disorders

Treatment of Psychological Disorders

Statistical Methods

Industrial organizational Psychology

Psychology and Environmental Sustainability: Conservation Psychology

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