The key difference between function and behavior is that circuits within the brain perform __________.
A. independent behaviors
B. a single behavior that is functional for the organism
C. reflexes that are inhibitory
D. functions that contribute to behaviors
Answer: D
You might also like to view...
Eduardo is stressed because he aspires to join the full-time faculty at a local university, but the university will only hire him as a temporary instructor because he does not have 5 years of teaching experience. In Eduardo's case, the source of stress is
a. conflict. b. stress. c. distress. d. frustration. e. anxiety.
With regard to actual psychological differences between males and females, research has consistently found that, on average,
a. females have poorer memory skills. b. females are more physically aggressive. c. males perform better on verbal tasks. d. males are more physically active.
Which of he following is a short-term side effect of hallucinogens?
a. Drowsiness and impaired coordination b. Emotional swings and impaired judgment c. Reduced memory and sluggish motor coordination d. Impaired mental functioning and dejection
The germinal period starts at ____ and lasts ____
a. conception; 4 weeks c. 8 weeks; until birth b. 4 weeks; 8 weeks d. conception; 2 weeks