In order to have the right balance of calcium and magnesium in our bloodstream, we need a functional _____ gland
a) thyroid
b) parathyroid
c) adrenal
d) thymus
Answer: b
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Which of the following theorists is most noted for his/her studies of the cognitive development of children?
A. Sigmund Freud B. Erik Erikson C. Carroll Izard D. Jean Piaget
The thalamus and hypothalamus are considered parts of the
a. forebrain. b. hindbrain. c. midbrain. d. brainstem.
The key element of shift work that leads to negative effects seems to be ____
a. ?the constant changing of work hours b. ?a lack of sleep c. ?a schedule that is inconsistent with most others d. ?difficulty finding time for intimate relationships
Which of the following best explains why most of us cannot describe or recall events that happened to us as infants?
Emotions are closely tied to memory, and the emotional centers of the infant brain have not yet developed. Language is an important tool in memory formation, and infants have not yet developed language skills. Infants are not motivated to form long-term memories as long as their needs are being met. The memory areas of the cortex are not yet present in infants.