With respect to animal research, the philosophical position of utilitarianism suggests that
A. the moral status of humans is greater than that of animals.
B. the best choice among alternatives is one that produces the best overall consequences for all.
C. humans should appeal to religious viewpoints when making ethical decisions.
D. human welfare should always be considered ahead of the suffering of animals.
B. the best choice among alternatives is one that produces the best overall consequences for all.
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A. physical inability B. emotional apprehension C. cognitive declines D. psychological fatigue
The evolutionary approach explains behavior and mental processes by focusing on:
A. unconscious factors B. adaptation and natural selection C. learned behavior D. biological influences
According to a study described in Module Five, patients with jaw pain who received a placebo injection:
A. experienced an increase in REI sleep B. showed increased levels of endorphins C. showed decreased levels of endorphins D. reported less dread
Napping during the day for treating insomnia:
A. is to be avoided B. will not disrupt your sleep schedule for that night C. is effective D. prepares you for a good sleep later than night