Linzie hypothesized that a gene mutation in a mouse that increased agouti-related protein would produce an animal with a genetic basis for ______.

A. anorexia
B. diabetes
C. obesity
D. poor taste discrimination


Answer: C

Psychology

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Which of the following accurately describes age-related change in working memory?

A. The capacity of working memory declines from the 20s through the 60s. B. Declines in working memory are consistent across all people and all tasks. C. It is difficult for adults to compensate for declines in working memory, so declines tend to be noticeable. D. Memory strategies do not help middle-aged adults in working memory, only in long-term memory.

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Compared to control participants, impulsively violent criminals show less activity in which of the following brain areas?

A. the amygdala B. the orbitofrontal cortex C. the premotor cortex D. the hypothalamus

Psychology

Professor Jaffrey believes that children learn to be polite when they are rewarded for saying things like "please" and "thank you." Professor Jaffrey is most likely a ________ psychologist

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