The "master gland" of the endocrine system is the
a. hypothalamus.
b. adrenal gland.
c. pituitary gland.
d. gonads.
C
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a. tell her that she is now too sick to do that, but maybe she can do it at some later time b. explain that you will play with her so that she won't miss her friends c. arrange to have one or two of her friends visit her for short periods at home d. ignore her comment because you know it is not possible to do that e. drive her to the school for a surprise visit to her classroom
We have a better chance of making events happen and achieving success if we
A. Plan B. Believe in luck C. Trust in fate
Michael, 15, was just dumped by his girlfriend, Lisa. Michael's dad told him that he knows how he feels, but that in time he will feel better
Michael is convinced that his dad does not know how it feels to be dumped by a girlfriend and that his dad does not know what he is talking about. Which of the following terms best describes Michael's beliefs? a. adolescent egocentrism c. personal fable b. imaginary audience d. illusion of invulnerability
The strip of cortex that controls the sense of touch is known as the:
A. association cortex. B. motor cortex. C. visual cortex. D. somatosensory cortex.