Question 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'incentive' in motivation theory?

Accepted Answer

An external stimulus that motivates us to reduce drives (e.g., eat, drink, rest).

Question 2

Which hormone is primarily responsible for signaling hunger in the brain?

Accepted Answer

Ghrelin

Question 3

A student feels hungry after seeing a commercial for pizza, even though they just ate. Which psychological concept best explains this behavior?

Accepted Answer

Incentive motivation

Question 4

According to the Schachter-Singer Two-Factor Theory, which equation best represents the process of emotion?

Accepted Answer

$$Emotion = Physiological\ arousal + Cognitive\ interpretation$$

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of emotion?

Accepted Answer

Increasing the accuracy of memory recall.

Question 6

A researcher finds that people eat more when dining with friends than when eating alone. This is best explained by which concept?

Accepted Answer

Social facilitation

Question 7

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'labeling emotions'?

Accepted Answer

Recognizing that a rapid heartbeat is due to fear, not excitement.

Question 8

Which of the following is a common misconception about microexpressions?

Accepted Answer

Microexpressions are always reliable indicators of lying.

Question 9

In the Capilano bridge study, what was the main finding regarding attraction?

Accepted Answer

Men approached on the scary bridge were more likely to call the interviewer.

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the 'food reward pathway' in the brain?

Accepted Answer

Activation of dopamine release in response to highly palatable foods.

Question 11

Which equation best represents the relationship between BMI, weight, and height?

Accepted Answer

$$BMI = \frac{weight\ (kg)}{$$height^2$$\ (m^2$)}$$

Question 12

Which of the following is a major risk factor for poor health outcomes according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Lack of social connections

Question 13

Which theory of emotion suggests that physical arousal comes before the experience of emotion?

Accepted Answer

James-Lange Theory

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of a 'primary emotion'?

Accepted Answer

Fear

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the 'honeymoon stage' in relationships?

Accepted Answer

A period characterized by intense physical and emotional longing for the other person.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the rapid increase in obesity rates in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Abundance of low-calorie, nutrient-rich foods

Question 17

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'companionate love'?

Accepted Answer

Commitment to ongoing nurturing of partnerships

Question 18

Which of the following is a cognitive component of emotion?

Accepted Answer

Subjective conscious experience

Question 19

Which of the following best explains why Americans are more likely to be obese than French people, according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Larger portion sizes in America

Question 20

Which theory of emotion posits that cognitive appraisal is necessary for the experience of emotion?

Accepted Answer

Schachter-Singer Two-Factor Theory

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