Decibels are used to measure ______
a. frequency c. loudness
b. timbre d. overtones
C
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A. increasing the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine B. increasing the rate of reuptake C. mimicking the effects of melatonin D. destroying vesicles in the terminal button
In the process of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS), the __________ phase involves the body’s attempt to adapt to its high state of arousal as it tries to cope with the stressor.
A. resistance B. exhaustion C. alarm D. fight E. freeze
Victor has a cortex that is very easily stimulated to a point higher than optimal. Victor MOST likely:
A) engages in the environment and seeks social reinforcement. B) prefers quiet activities. C) listens to loud music. D) is neurotic and emotionally unstable.
Research on speed-reading courses indicates that
A) comprehension suffers as reading speed increases. B) comprehension is not negatively impacted. C) speed is completely unrelated to comprehension. D) the faster we read, the better able we are to retain attention to the text.