For convenient self-testing, practice quizzes are available for all the modules
a. in the Discovering Psychology boxes.
b. in the Brainwaves boxes.
c. at the PsycINFO website.
d. on MindTap.
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Lenin is 18 years old, and his father has schizophrenia. Lenin lives in a crowded urban area and has started using drugs. This combination of __________ places Lenin at a high risk of developing schizophrenia.
A. structural brain abnormalities and unhealthy family interactions B. genetics and unhealthy family interactions C. genetics and environmental stressors D. structural brain abnormalities and drug use
Regarding the dangers of divided attention while driving, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Drivers are four times more likely to have an accident when they are talking on a cell phone than when they are not. b. Driving while talking on a phone is about as dangerous as driving while legally drunk. c. Using a hands-free phone is a generally safe alternative to using a hand-held phone while driving. d. The increased risk of accident from cell phone usage is due to the loss of concentration from engaging in conversation. e. Eating, drinking, and interacting with passengers while driving are all dangerous behaviors.
Carl works hard to get As on his report card because his mother pays him 25 dollars. Carl's behavior is being influenced by:
A. fixed action patterns B. a hierarchy of needs C. extrinsic motivation D. drive-reduction theory
Many axons in the optic tract form synapses to the _________ nucleus of the thalamus
a. medial geniculate b. lateral geniculate c. ventral posterior d. ventral posterior medial