Question 1

The low-voltage brain waves produced during relaxed wakefulness or the twilight stage between waking and sleeping are called __________ waves.&#10;A)alpha&#10;B)beta&#10;C)delta&#10;D)theta

Accepted Answer

alpha

Question 2

Despite its dangers,a young man continues to take cocaine because of the feeling of euphoria it produces for him.This powerful arousal of his nervous system is probably due to cocaine's ability to:&#10;A)inhibit enzymes that break down neurotransmitters.&#10;B)increase the release of neurotransmitters.&#10;C)block the receptor sites for neurotransmitters.&#10;D)prevent neurotransmitters from being reabsorbed into the synaptic vesicles.

Accepted Answer

prevent neurotransmitters from being reabsorbed into the synaptic vesicles.

Question 3

Which of the following most accurately defines consciousness?&#10;A)an ordered experience&#10;B)cortical activity&#10;C)a state of awareness&#10;D)transcendence

Accepted Answer

Consciousness is most accurately defined as a state of awareness, which includes being aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, feelings, and perceptions.

Option A (an ordered experience) is not entirely accurate as consciousness includes both ordered and disordered experiences such as dreams and hallucinations.

Option B (cortical activity) is only one aspect of consciousness and does not fully capture its complex nature.

Option D (transcendence) refers to a state of being beyond ordinary consciousness and is not a suitable definition for the term itself.

Question 4

The trancelike state in which a subject responds readily to suggestions is __________.&#10;A)stage 4 sleep&#10;B)hypnosis&#10;C)coma&#10;D)meditation

Accepted Answer

The trancelike state in which a subject responds readily to suggestions is known as hypnosis.

Question 5

Cocaine is a(n)__________.&#10;A)opiate&#10;B)stimulant&#10;C)barbiturate&#10;D)hallucinogen

Accepted Answer

Cocaine is a stimulant drug that speeds up the central nervous system and increases levels of dopamine in the brain. It does not fall under the classification of opiates, barbiturates, or hallucinogens.

Question 6

Amphetamines are __________.&#10;A)barbiturates&#10;B)stimulants&#10;C)hallucinogens&#10;D)opiates

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines are a type of stimulant drug that affect the central nervous system and increase alertness, energy, and concentration. They are often used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, but can also be abused for their stimulant effects. They are not barbiturates, hallucinogens, or opiates.

Question 7

__________ are used today for treating insomnia,epilepsy,and other disorders.&#10;A)Barbiturates&#10;B)Opiates&#10;C)Hallucinogens&#10;D)Stimulants

Accepted Answer

Barbiturates are currently used for treating insomnia, epilepsy, and other disorders, although they are generally not considered the first treatment option due to their potential for dependence and overdose. Opiates are primarily used for pain management, hallucinogens are not typically used in medical treatment, and stimulants are used for disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.

Question 8

Our awareness of various mental processes such as making decisions,daydreaming,reflecting,and concentrating is called __________.&#10;A)intelligence&#10;B)consciousness&#10;C)self-awareness&#10;D)creativity

Accepted Answer

The awareness of mental processes such as decision making, daydreaming, reflecting, and concentrating is the definition of consciousness. Intelligence refers to cognitive abilities, creativity refers to the ability to produce unique and valuable ideas, and self-awareness refers to the ability to recognize and understand one's emotions and behavior.

Question 9

__________ rhythm is a regular biological rhythm with a period of approximately 24 hours.&#10;A)Circadian&#10;B)Suprachiasmatic&#10;C)Infradian&#10;D)Ultradian

Accepted Answer

Circadian rhythm refers to an internal biological clock that regulates physiological and behavioral processes in approximately 24-hour cycles. This rhythm is present in most living organisms and is regulated by the suprachiasmatic nucleus of the hypothalamus in the brain. Suprachiasmatic nucleus also regulates various physiological processes such as hormone secretion, body temperature, and sleep-wake cycle. Infradian and ultradian rhythms have longer and shorter periods, respectively.

Question 10

The trancelike state in which a subject responds readily to suggestions is __________.&#10;A)stage 4 sleep&#10;B)hypnosis&#10;C)coma&#10;D)meditation

Accepted Answer

The trancelike state in which a subject responds readily to suggestions is hypnosis.

Question 11

Researchers investigating sleep __________.&#10;A)have observed a decrease in protein synthesis while we sleep&#10;B)have identified a substance destroyed during sleep&#10;C)have found a substance created only during sleep&#10;D)have not been able to fully explain why we sleep

Accepted Answer

The answer of Researchers investigating sleep __________.&#10;A)have observed a decrease...

Question 12

Chemical substances that change moods and perceptions are called __________ drugs.&#10;A)psychosomatic&#10;B)analgesic&#10;C)psychoactive&#10;D)prescription

Accepted Answer

The answer of Chemical substances that change moods and perceptions...

Question 13

The most frequently used drug in Western societies is __________.&#10;A)alcohol&#10;B)nicotine&#10;C)cocaine&#10;D)marijuana

Accepted Answer

The answer of The most frequently used drug in Western...

Question 14

The active ingredient in marijuana is __________.&#10;A)PCB&#10;B)THC&#10;C)LSD&#10;D)PCP

Accepted Answer

The answer of The active ingredient in marijuana is __________.&#10;A)PCB&#10;B)THC&#10;C)LSD&#10;D)PCP...

Question 15

Dr.Welsh is doing experiments using drugs.He is concerned that his subjects will respond to demand characteristics.He may want to control for this by using which of the following?&#10;A)stratification&#10;B)two independent variables&#10;C)a placebo&#10;D)randomization

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dr.Welsh is doing experiments using drugs.He is...

Question 16

The deepest stage of sleep is __________ sleep.&#10;A)stage 1&#10;B)stage 2&#10;C)REM&#10;D)stage 4

Accepted Answer

The answer of The deepest stage of sleep is __________...

Question 17

Our sleeping-waking cycle follows a(n)__________ rhythm.&#10;A)infradian&#10;B)circadian&#10;C)diurnal&#10;D)ultradian

Accepted Answer

The answer of Our sleeping-waking cycle follows a(n)__________ rhythm.&#10;A)infradian&#10;B)circadian&#10;C)diurnal&#10;D)ultradian...

Question 18

A &#34;fake treatment&#34; is one way to define a ______.&#10;A)decoy&#10;B)demand characteristic&#10;C)control group&#10;D)placebo

Accepted Answer

The answer of A &#34;fake treatment&#34; is one way to...

Deck 6: Mind,consciousness,and Alternate States