Constriction of blood vessels near the skin's surface is a characteristic of activity in
A. the somatic nervous system.
B. the sympathetic nervous system.
C. the parasympathetic nervous system.
D. both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
Answer: B
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a. By telling each group pleasant information about the other group b. By displaying close friendships between the two sets of counselors c. By getting the two groups to work together for a common goal d. By having both groups wear the same uniforms
A ________ psychologist would believe that maladaptive patterns of behavior have been learned through reinforcement of those behaviors
a. behavioral b. psychodynamic c. social-cognitive d. humanistic
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A) What are the basic elements of sensory information? B) Do unattended sensory experiences exist in the unconscious? C) Will more information be perceived if participants are reinforced by cash incentives for better attention? D) Why might it be advantageous for the mind to filter out most sensory information?
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