Question 1

When a woman's ovaries, which produce the female sex hormone estrogen, are surgically removed, there is usually a significant drop in sexual interest.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Most people who are obese have ____ blood levels of leptin and ____ levels of leptin in the cerebrospinal fluid.

Accepted Answer

A)  high; high 
B)  low; low 
C)  low; high 
D)  high; low 
A)  high; high 
B)  low; low 
C)  low; high 
D)  high; low

Question 3

Behavior driven by rewards, rules, and responsibilities is to _____ as behavior motivated by enjoyment, satisfaction, or challenge is to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  extrinsic motivation; intrinsic motivation 
B)  basic needs; self-fulfillment needs 
C)  intrinsic motivation; extrinsic motivation 
D)  psychological needs; self-fulfillment needs 
A)  extrinsic motivation; intrinsic motivation 
B)  basic needs; self-fulfillment needs 
C)  intrinsic motivation; extrinsic motivation 
D)  psychological needs; self-fulfillment needs

Question 4

When Jana took her first driving lesson, she experienced a number of physiological reactions, such as a racing heart, sweaty palms, and tension in her muscles. These physiological reactions involved the activation of her _____ nervous system.

Accepted Answer

A)  somatic 
B)  sympathetic 
C)  parasympathetic 
D)  skeletal 
A)  somatic 
B)  sympathetic 
C)  parasympathetic 
D)  skeletal

Question 5

Walter Cannon challenged the James-Lange theory, criticizing it on several grounds. Which of the following is one of those criticisms?

Accepted Answer

A)  The James-Lange theory overemphasized the importance of physiological reactions. 
B)  Cannon argued that the James-Lange theory failed to consider the importance of thoughts in emotional reactions. 
C)  Cannon pointed out that bodily reactions are similar for many emotions, yet our subjective experience of various emotions is very different. 
D)  The James-Lange theory described the nature of emotions but failed to explain how they occur. 
A)  The James-Lange theory overemphasized the importance of physiological reactions. 
B)  Cannon argued that the James-Lange theory failed to consider the importance of thoughts in emotional reactions. 
C)  Cannon pointed out that bodily reactions are similar for many emotions, yet our subjective experience of various emotions is very different. 
D)  The James-Lange theory described the nature of emotions but failed to explain how they occur.

Question 6

Research concerned with sexual orientation has demonstrated which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Genetic influences on sexual orientation are complex and involve the interaction of multiple genes, and not just a single "gay" gene. 
B)  The more biologically related older brothers a man has, the more likely he is to be homosexual. 
C)  Both genetic and environmental factors are involved in sexual orientation. 
D)  All of these have been demonstrated in research on sexual orientation. 
A)  Genetic influences on sexual orientation are complex and involve the interaction of multiple genes, and not just a single "gay" gene. 
B)  The more biologically related older brothers a man has, the more likely he is to be homosexual. 
C)  Both genetic and environmental factors are involved in sexual orientation. 
D)  All of these have been demonstrated in research on sexual orientation.

Question 7

Research has shown that most people eventually achieve self-actualization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Motivation and emotion are two completely separate and independent psychological processes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

This graph shows the average plasma levels of the hormone ghrelin in 10 normal-weight individuals over the course of 24 hours. Ghrelin, which is primarily manufactured by _______, stimulates the ______ to secrete growth hormone.

Accepted Answer

A)  cells in the stomach; pituitary gland 
B)  neurons in the amygdala; hypothalamus 
C)  cells in the spinal cord; amygdala 
D)  stretch receptors in the stomach; pancreas 
A)  cells in the stomach; pituitary gland 
B)  neurons in the amygdala; hypothalamus 
C)  cells in the spinal cord; amygdala 
D)  stretch receptors in the stomach; pancreas

Question 10

If your caloric intake exceeds the amount of calories expended for energy, you experience negative energy balance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

According to the most recent estimates, about _____ percent of men report having engaged in homosexual behavior.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  5 
C)  20 
D)  50 
A)  1 
B)  5 
C)  20 
D)  50

Question 12

About 10 or 15 minutes after Jim starts his daily five-mile jog, he usually begins to perspire heavily. His body's tendency to maintain a steady temperature through the cooling action of sweating is a function of:

Accepted Answer

A)  homeostasis. 
B)  self-determination. 
C)  incentive motivation. 
D)  autonomy. 
A)  homeostasis. 
B)  self-determination. 
C)  incentive motivation. 
D)  autonomy.

Question 13

Depending on how sexual orientation is defined, estimates of the prevalence rate of homosexuality in the general population ranges from 1 percent to 21 percent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

About 30 minutes prior to eating, insulin triggers a slight decrease in blood levels of glucose, which heightens your desire to eat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In a study by Ann Kring and Albert Gordon, participants watched film clips of scenes that normally produce feelings of happiness, fear, or sadness. What were the results of the study?

Accepted Answer

A)  Women were more emotionally expressive than men in response to the film clips. 
B)  Men and women did not differ in their expression of the emotions of happiness, sadness, and fear during the film clips. 
C)  Compared to the men, the women reported much more intense feelings of happiness, sadness, and fear during the film clips. 
D)  Compared to the women, the men reported very few feelings of any kind during the film clips. 
A)  Women were more emotionally expressive than men in response to the film clips. 
B)  Men and women did not differ in their expression of the emotions of happiness, sadness, and fear during the film clips. 
C)  Compared to the men, the women reported much more intense feelings of happiness, sadness, and fear during the film clips. 
D)  Compared to the women, the men reported very few feelings of any kind during the film clips.

Question 16

According to the evolutionary perspective, what is the adaptive value of the cafeteria diet effect?

Accepted Answer

A)  A species that feeds almost entirely on one type of food can adapt to a wider range of environments, increasing the likelihood of survival. 
B)  Species developing a preference for a nearby food source will roam less, thus reducing exposure to predators. 
C)  Being able to locate food at any time of day or night promotes survival. 
D)  Consuming a variety of foods promotes survival by ensuring that essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals are obtained. 
A)  A species that feeds almost entirely on one type of food can adapt to a wider range of environments, increasing the likelihood of survival. 
B)  Species developing a preference for a nearby food source will roam less, thus reducing exposure to predators. 
C)  Being able to locate food at any time of day or night promotes survival. 
D)  Consuming a variety of foods promotes survival by ensuring that essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals are obtained.

Question 17

After devouring his fourth chili-cheese hot dog, Devin's desire to eat another chili-cheese hot dog had diminished. This is an example of sensory-specific satiety.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The Focus on Neuroscience feature in your text discusses a brain-scanning study involving young adults who looked at either a photo of their beloved or a photo of a close friend. The results of this study indicated no significant brain activation differences in responses to feelings of romantic love versus friendship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

According to self-determination theory, the person who has satisfied her competence, autonomy, and relatedness needs will:

Accepted Answer

A)  achieve a state of psychological homeostasis. 
B)  become self-actualized. 
C)  internalize and integrate external motivators as part of her identity and values. 
D)  seek to fulfill her esteem needs. 
A)  achieve a state of psychological homeostasis. 
B)  become self-actualized. 
C)  internalize and integrate external motivators as part of her identity and values. 
D)  seek to fulfill her esteem needs.

Question 20

Which of the following statements about gays and lesbians is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gays and lesbians can be found in every occupation and at every socioeconomic level in our society. 
B)  Children who are raised by gay or lesbian parents are at a much greater risk to develop a serious psychological disorder. 
C)  Gays and lesbians are more prevalent in rural areas than in urban areas. 
D)  Children who are raised by gay or lesbian parents are much more likely to be homosexual than children raised by heterosexual parents. 
A)  Gays and lesbians can be found in every occupation and at every socioeconomic level in our society. 
B)  Children who are raised by gay or lesbian parents are at a much greater risk to develop a serious psychological disorder. 
C)  Gays and lesbians are more prevalent in rural areas than in urban areas. 
D)  Children who are raised by gay or lesbian parents are much more likely to be homosexual than children raised by heterosexual parents.

When a woman's ovaries, which produce the female sex hormone estrogen, are surgically removed, there is usually a significant drop in sexual interest.

Most people who are obese have blood levels of leptin and levels of leptin in the cerebrospinal fluid.

Behavior driven by rewards, rules, and responsibilities is to _ as behavior motivated by enjoyment, satisfaction, or challenge is to _.

When Jana took her first driving lesson, she experienced a number of physiological reactions, such as a racing heart, sweaty palms, and tension in her muscles. These physiological reactions involved the activation of her _____ nervous system.

Walter Cannon challenged the James-Lange theory, criticizing it on several grounds. Which of the following is one of those criticisms?

Research concerned with sexual orientation has demonstrated which of the following?

Research has shown that most people eventually achieve self-actualization.

Motivation and emotion are two completely separate and independent psychological processes.

This graph shows the average plasma levels of the hormone ghrelin in 10 normal-weight individuals over the course of 24 hours. Ghrelin, which is primarily manufactured by _, stimulates the to secrete growth hormone.

If your caloric intake exceeds the amount of calories expended for energy, you experience negative energy balance.

According to the most recent estimates, about _____ percent of men report having engaged in homosexual behavior.

About 10 or 15 minutes after Jim starts his daily five-mile jog, he usually begins to perspire heavily. His body's tendency to maintain a steady temperature through the cooling action of sweating is a function of:

Depending on how sexual orientation is defined, estimates of the prevalence rate of homosexuality in the general population ranges from 1 percent to 21 percent.

About 30 minutes prior to eating, insulin triggers a slight decrease in blood levels of glucose, which heightens your desire to eat.

In a study by Ann Kring and Albert Gordon, participants watched film clips of scenes that normally produce feelings of happiness, fear, or sadness. What were the results of the study?

According to the evolutionary perspective, what is the adaptive value of the cafeteria diet effect?

After devouring his fourth chili-cheese hot dog, Devin's desire to eat another chili-cheese hot dog had diminished. This is an example of sensory-specific satiety.

According to self-determination theory, the person who has satisfied her competence, autonomy, and relatedness needs will:

Which of the following statements about gays and lesbians is TRUE?

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Exam 8: Motivation and Emotion

When a woman's ovaries, which produce the female sex hormone estrogen, are surgically removed, there is usually a significant drop in sexual interest.

Most people who are obese have ____ blood levels of leptin and ____ levels of leptin in the cerebrospinal fluid.

Behavior driven by rewards, rules, and responsibilities is to _____ as behavior motivated by enjoyment, satisfaction, or challenge is to _____.

When Jana took her first driving lesson, she experienced a number of physiological reactions, such as a racing heart, sweaty palms, and tension in her muscles. These physiological reactions involved the activation of her _____ nervous system.

Walter Cannon challenged the James-Lange theory, criticizing it on several grounds. Which of the following is one of those criticisms?

Research concerned with sexual orientation has demonstrated which of the following?

Research has shown that most people eventually achieve self-actualization.

Motivation and emotion are two completely separate and independent psychological processes.

This graph shows the average plasma levels of the hormone ghrelin in 10 normal-weight individuals over the course of 24 hours. Ghrelin, which is primarily manufactured by _______, stimulates the ______ to secrete growth hormone.

If your caloric intake exceeds the amount of calories expended for energy, you experience negative energy balance.

According to the most recent estimates, about _____ percent of men report having engaged in homosexual behavior.

About 10 or 15 minutes after Jim starts his daily five-mile jog, he usually begins to perspire heavily. His body's tendency to maintain a steady temperature through the cooling action of sweating is a function of:

Depending on how sexual orientation is defined, estimates of the prevalence rate of homosexuality in the general population ranges from 1 percent to 21 percent.

About 30 minutes prior to eating, insulin triggers a slight decrease in blood levels of glucose, which heightens your desire to eat.

In a study by Ann Kring and Albert Gordon, participants watched film clips of scenes that normally produce feelings of happiness, fear, or sadness. What were the results of the study?

According to the evolutionary perspective, what is the adaptive value of the cafeteria diet effect?

After devouring his fourth chili-cheese hot dog, Devin's desire to eat another chili-cheese hot dog had diminished. This is an example of sensory-specific satiety.

According to self-determination theory, the person who has satisfied her competence, autonomy, and relatedness needs will:

Which of the following statements about gays and lesbians is TRUE?

Introduction and Research Methods

Neuroscience and Behavior

Sensation and Perception

Consciousness and Its Variations

Learning

Memory

Thinking, Language, and Intelligence

Lifespan Development

Personality

Social Psychology

Stress, Health, and Coping

Psychological Disorders

Therapies

Filters

Most people who are obese have blood levels of leptin and levels of leptin in the cerebrospinal fluid.

Behavior driven by rewards, rules, and responsibilities is to _ as behavior motivated by enjoyment, satisfaction, or challenge is to _.

This graph shows the average plasma levels of the hormone ghrelin in 10 normal-weight individuals over the course of 24 hours. Ghrelin, which is primarily manufactured by _, stimulates the to secrete growth hormone.