Animal studies have revealed that one part of the brain influential in appetite and weight control is the __________
A) hypothalamus
B) adrenal glands
C) pituitary gland
D) olfactory epithelium
Answer: A
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a. physical dependence. b. psychological tolerance. c. physical tolerance. d. psychological dependence.
Which of the following statements about observations conducted in the home or laboratory is true?
A) In homes, observers find it easier to capture rare but important events. B) Researchers can better control children's experiences in a laboratory. C) Fearful children tend to respond better in a laboratory setting than in their own homes. D) Observations by researchers in the home or laboratory are usually more subjective than parental reports.
The early search for candidate genes for schizophrenia was largely unsuccessful. Why is this likely the case?
A. Candidate-gene studies can only examine a few genes at a time, and schizophrenia is a complex behavior. B. Schizophrenia has a low genetic component. C. Schizophrenia has such a broad phenotypic range that isolating genes for it is difficult. D. Technology was too limited.
Which of the following is an appropriate interpretation of the saying, "Eat only when you're hungry."
A. People should practice intuitive eating. B. We cannot escape metabolic adaptation. C. Reaching one's set point is a lifelong goal. D. Caloric intake must decrease as we age.