Question 1

Which structure in the brain is primarily responsible for regulating hunger by acting as the 'on' and 'off' switch for eating behavior?

Accepted Answer

Hypothalamus

Question 2

A person who eats large amounts of food in a short period and then purges to avoid weight gain is most likely experiencing which eating disorder?

Accepted Answer

Bulimia nervosa

Question 3

Which hormone is associated with the feeling of satiety (fullness) after eating?

Accepted Answer

Cholecystokinin (CCK)

Question 4

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need must be satisfied before achieving self-actualization?

Accepted Answer

Physiological needs

Question 5

Which theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal occurs before the subjective experience of emotion?

Accepted Answer

James-Lange theory

Question 6

A student is motivated to study hard to avoid failing a class. This is an example of which type of goal orientation?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance goal

Question 7

Which of the following best describes 'allostasis' in the context of motivation?

Accepted Answer

Motivation influenced by current needs and anticipation of future needs due to stress

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Binge eating and purging

Question 9

The facial feedback hypothesis suggests that:

Accepted Answer

Facial expressions can influence the subjective experience of emotion

Question 10

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'unit bias' in eating behavior?

Accepted Answer

Assuming the portion served is the appropriate amount to consume

Question 11

A person who experiences a mismatch between their gender identity and their biological sex is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Transgender

Question 12

Which of the following is a psychological influence on sexual motivation?

Accepted Answer

Socioeconomic status and willingness to enter a relationship

Question 13

According to self-determination theory, which of the following is NOT a universal need?

Accepted Answer

Conformity

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion?

Accepted Answer

Emotional experience and physiological arousal occur simultaneously

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation?

Accepted Answer

Studying to receive a high grade

Question 16

Which physiological system is most directly involved in the body's response to emotional arousal?

Accepted Answer

Autonomic nervous system

Question 17

In the two-factor theory of emotion, what are the two factors that determine emotional experience?

Accepted Answer

Physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation

Question 18

Which of the following is a potential consequence of chronic loneliness, according to research on the need to belong?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of heart attacks

Question 19

Which of the following best describes 'self-efficacy' in the context of achievement motivation?

Accepted Answer

Confidence in one's ability to plan and execute a course of action to solve a problem

Question 20

Which of the following is a real-world example of the influence of social factors on eating behavior?

Accepted Answer

Eating more when dining with friends than when alone

Lecture 14: Motivation & Emotion – Study Notes for Introductory Psychology

Study Guide - Practice Questions