By virtue of its prime location, the ________ plays a key role in determining the emotional significance of stimuli, especially when they evoke fear.
A. cerebral cortex
B. amygdala
C. cortex
D. cingulate gyrus
Answer: B
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When it comes to locomotor development,
a. there is a great deal of consistency in the order of skill development. b. there is a great deal of consistency in the age at which these skills are acquired. c. there are significant gender differences in the age at which these skills are demonstrated. d. the rate of development of new skills has been found to differ between racial and ethnic groups.
Researchers have found correlations between locus of control and psychological functioning. Which of the following is an incorrect summary of the research?
a. People with an internal locus of control are generally higher achievers b. People with an internal locus of control are generally more likely to take preventive health measures c. People with an internal locus of control are generally more depressed d. People with an internal locus of control report less stress
Sarah studies extremely hard because obtaining high grades are very important to her. In terms of Rotter's theory, we would say that:
a. Sarah has high freedom of movement in the academic area b. grades have high reinforcement value for her c. Sarah has set a low minimal goal for herself d. Sarah has strong expectations for failure
The features of a research situation that lead people to behave differently than they ordinarily would are called _____
a. confederate safeguards c. ethical dilemmas b. research demands d. demand characteristics