Question 1

According to the Discrete Emotions Theory, which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the relationship between the limbic system and the cortex in emotional processing?

Accepted Answer

Emotional reactions (limbic system) precede our thoughts about them (cortex).

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT considered one of the seven primary emotions supported by cross-cultural research?

Accepted Answer

Guilt

Question 3

A person feels both joy and surprise after narrowly avoiding a car accident. According to the examples of secondary emotions, which emotion are they most likely experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Relief

Question 4

Which theory of emotion suggests that we experience physiological arousal and then interpret that arousal to experience emotion?

Accepted Answer

James-Lange Theory

Question 5

A person is offered two equally attractive job offers and must choose between them. According to drive conflict theory, what type of conflict are they experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Approach-approach conflict

Question 6

Which hormone is responsible for signaling the brain to increase hunger?

Accepted Answer

Ghrelin

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the Schachter-Singer Two-Factor Theory of emotion?

Accepted Answer

Emotion requires both physiological arousal and a cognitive interpretation of that arousal.

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation?

Accepted Answer

Studying hard to get into medical school.

Question 9

A person who eats more when presented with large portion sizes is demonstrating which psychological phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

Unit bias

Question 10

Which of the following statements about the polygraph is CORRECT?

Accepted Answer

It detects autonomic activity, not lies directly.

Question 11

According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, which need must be satisfied before an individual can pursue self-actualization?

Accepted Answer

Physiological needs

Question 12

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of nonverbal leakage?

Accepted Answer

A person rolling their eyes when trying to hide frustration.

Question 13

Which neurotransmitters are implicated in influencing sexual desire (libido)?

Accepted Answer

Serotonin and dopamine

Question 14

Which of the following is a culturally specific gesture, also known as an emblem?

Accepted Answer

OK sign

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the 'broaden and build' theory of happiness?

Accepted Answer

Happiness predisposes us to think more openly and seek out more opportunities.

Question 16

A person who anticipates failure and mentally overprepares for negative outcomes is using which strategy?

Accepted Answer

Defensive pessimism

Question 17

Which brain region signals fullness and helps regulate eating behavior?

Accepted Answer

Ventromedial hypothalamus

Question 18

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the detection of lies?

Accepted Answer

Professionals are only slightly better than chance at detecting lies.

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the set point theory of eating?

Accepted Answer

We eat to maintain a certain range of body and muscle mass.

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of a double approach-avoidance conflict?

Accepted Answer

Choosing between two options, each with both appealing and unappealing aspects.

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