For many years, scientists had difficulty finding distinct receptors and nerve fibers for these sensations, except in the case of pressure
Which of the following sensations is now understood to be caused by two different types of nerve fiber, depending on the cause?
a. Temperature
b. Pain
c. Itching
d. Warmth
Answer: c
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a) homeostasis b) dialectic principle c) optimisation principle d) equilibrium
According to Sternberg, an individual scoring very high on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is demonstrating
A. contextual knowledge. B. componential intelligence. C. experiential intelligence. D. All of these
The use of __________ in research must be justified and must cause no harm
a) deception b) informed consent c) electronic data collection d) variables
Which of the following is TRUE of sexual responsiveness in females?
A. During the excitement phase, in the female, the clitoris contracts because of an increase in the blood supply to that area. B. Women have the ability to cycle back to the orgasm phase and experience repeated orgasms. C. In humans, the period around ovulation is the only time the female is receptive to sex. D. During the plateau phase, in the female, genitals resume their unaroused size and shape.