Researchers electrically activated Snippy the rat's ventromedial hypothalamus. This activation will likely cause Snippy to

a. refuse to eat.
b. drink large amounts of sweet liquid.
c. eat moderately.
d. overeat and become obese.


ANSWER: a

Psychology

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a. social contract c. instrumental b. obedience d. interpersonal norms

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