Question 1

All four of these people successfully quit smoking. Which person's method was MOST typical of successful quitters?

Accepted Answer

Most successful quitters stop smoking on their own, without the direct assistance of professionals or specialized treatment programs.

Question 2

Jimmy goes to a party with his college buddies and has six beers in a row. Jimmy's behavior would be BEST classified as:

Accepted Answer

Binge drinking is defined as consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time, typically five or more drinks for men within two hours. Jimmy's consumption of six beers in a row fits this definition.

Question 3

Which statement by 25-year-old Flossie, who is typical for a person of her age, is most likely FALSE ?

Accepted Answer

Most 25-year-olds, like Flossie, are at or near their peak physical condition, including coordination. Therefore, it's unlikely for a typical 25-year-old to experience a decrease in coordination, making statement B the most likely false.

Question 4

The MOST likely sensory change between ages 25 and 50 would involve:

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Question 5

Sixty-year-old Norbert says, "When I was a teenager, I could eat five big meals a day and still feel hungry. Now a couple of snacks can get me through the day." What BEST accounts for this age-related change?

Accepted Answer

As people age, their metabolic rate tends to decrease. This reduction in metabolic rate means that older adults require fewer calories to maintain their body weight, which can lead to a decrease in appetite or the amount of food needed to feel satiated.

Question 6

People who quit smoking after smoking for a long time:

Accepted Answer

Quitting smoking at any time can lead to significant improvements in health, including reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, and respiratory problems. The body begins to repair itself shortly after quitting, improving lung function and circulation, and reducing the risk of numerous diseases.

Question 7

Which of these people could be classified as being a binge drinker?

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Bernice is very interested in studying how the energy needs of the human body change through the life span. In other words, Bernice is interested in studying:

Accepted Answer

Metabolism refers to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life, including how energy is produced, used, and adjusted based on various factors including age. Bernice's interest in how energy needs change through the lifespan directly relates to the study of metabolism.

Question 9

Gallo drinks exactly two glasses of wine per day. As a result, Gallo can expect to:

Accepted Answer

Moderate wine consumption, such as two glasses per day, has been associated with certain health benefits, including a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.

Question 10

Which of these is NOT among the three main treatment options for alcohol abuse?

Accepted Answer

Incarceration is not considered a treatment option for alcohol abuse. The three main treatment options for alcohol abuse are mutual-support groups, behavioral treatments, and medications. These approaches aim to help individuals reduce or stop alcohol consumption and improve their quality of life.

Question 11

Based on statistics, which of these 30-year-old adults is MOST likely to die within a year?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Which approach to diminishing binge drinking on college campuses is NOT considered among the most effective strategies?

Accepted Answer

Efforts based on limiting access to alcohol have not been as effective as other strategies like involving students in designing interventions, focusing on social norms, and changing the campus climate concerning alcohol consumption. These approaches address the underlying attitudes and behaviors, whereas simply limiting access does not tackle the root causes of binge drinking.

Question 13

At a chemical level, alcohol addiction results in chemical changes that:

Accepted Answer

Alcohol addiction causes the body to crave alcohol due to chemical changes in the brain, including alterations in neurotransmitter systems that reinforce the desire to consume alcohol.

Question 14

In the United States, about ____ percent of young adults ages 25 to 44 consume alcohol occasionally.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism and other health surveys, about 65% of adults in the United States report consuming alcohol at least occasionally. This percentage reflects general trends in alcohol consumption among adults in the specified age range.

Question 15

Which statement concerning secondhand smoke is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Secondhand smoke exposure is harmful and can lead to death, as it contains many of the same toxic chemicals that are inhaled by smokers. It has been linked to various health issues, including heart disease, lung cancer, and respiratory infections.

Question 16

Young adult men aged 25 to 34 are:

Accepted Answer

Young adult men aged 25 to 34 are statistically 2.5 times as likely to die as women of the same age, due to a variety of factors including higher rates of risky behaviors, accidents, and violence.

Question 17

Smoking represents a major medical problem in the United States, with about ____ people each year dying from smoking-related disorders.

Accepted Answer

Smoking is a leading cause of preventable death in the United States, with approximately 400,000 people dying each year from smoking-related illnesses.

Question 18

Who is MOST likely to be a binge drinker?

Accepted Answer

Fraternity membership is often associated with higher rates of binge drinking due to the social culture and peer influences found within many fraternities.

Question 19

Richard has just been told by his physician that he should cut back on the amount of fat in his diet. His physician is MOST likely concerned about the high amount of ____ in Richard's blood.

Accepted Answer

Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) are often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. High levels of LDL in the blood can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke, which is why a physician might recommend reducing dietary fat to lower LDL levels.

Question 20

Amanda is physically dependent on alcohol and experiences withdrawal symptoms when she doesn't drink. Amanda's experience with alcohol would be BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Amanda's physical dependence on alcohol and the experience of withdrawal symptoms when not drinking are characteristic of alcohol use disorder. This condition involves an impaired ability to stop or control alcohol use despite adverse social, occupational, or health consequences.

Quiz 10: Becoming an Adult: Physical, Cognitive, and Personality Development in Young Adulthood