Question 1

Thrill and adventure-seeking, experience seeking, disinhibition, and boredom susceptibility are areas assessed by the

Accepted Answer

The Sensation-Seeking Scale assesses personality traits related to thrill and adventure-seeking, experience seeking, disinhibition, and boredom susceptibility. The other options listed are not designed to assess these specific personality traits.

Question 2

Darrius is a college student, who enjoys going to wild, "uninhibited" parties and getting high on marijuana.He also enjoys riding his motorcycle fast and wants to be an EMT after college.On Zuckerman's test, Darrius would probably score high on

Accepted Answer

Sensation-seeking is the personality trait that describes people who enjoy new and exciting experiences, taking risks, and trying novel things. Darrius's behavior suggests that he enjoys these types of experiences, such as wild parties and fast motorcycle rides, indicating a high score on sensation-seeking. The other options are not supported by the given information.

Question 3

People who are _____ tend to be bold and independent, to value change, to be more likely to smoke and to have more sexual partners, and to prefer spicy, sour, and crunchy foods.

Accepted Answer

High sensation seekers are individuals who seek out novel and intense experiences. This can manifest in a variety of ways, including a preference for spicy, sour, and crunchy foods, as well as engaging in risky behaviors such as smoking and having multiple sexual partners. They also tend to be bold and independent and value change, which aligns with the characteristics described in the prompt. Self-actualized individuals and high achievers may have some overlap with these traits, but they do not necessarily share the same preferences and behaviors as high sensation seekers. Low sensation seekers, on the other hand, tend to avoid intense or novel experiences and are less likely to engage in risky behaviors.

Question 4

Zuckerman's test consists of items that measure all of the following categories EXCEPT for

Accepted Answer

Zuckerman's test, specifically the Sensation Seeking Scale, measures disinhibition, boredom susceptibility, and experience seeking, but not extroverted action and speech.

Question 5

Jan and her husband Dean are going on a vacation to the beach.Jan wants to lie on the beach and read a good book, while Dean wants to scuba dive and surf.Jan appears to be _____, while Dean appears to be _____.

Accepted Answer

Jan's desire to read a book on the beach suggests a preference for low-sensory stimulation, while Dean's desire to scuba dive and surf suggests a preference for high-sensory stimulation. Therefore, Jan appears to be a low sensation seeker, while Dean appears to be a high sensation seeker.

Question 6

Debbie cannot stand to watch a movie that she has seen before and prefers people who are sharp and witty, even if they insult others.She also likes to try new foods and to explore the cities that she travels to on business by herself, even if it means getting lost.On Zuckerman's test, Debbie would score high on

Accepted Answer

Debbie's preference for trying new foods and exploring cities by herself even if it means getting lost suggests that she is high on sensation-seeking. The other options do not adequately capture her personality traits and behaviors.

Question 7

Persons who score low on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale tend to

Accepted Answer

Persons who score low on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale tend to be less inclined towards seeking novel and intense experiences, which often includes enjoying quieter, more solitary activities rather than the company of others.

Question 8

Vicki is a college freshman, who most people would characterize as orderly, kind, and giving.She enjoys going out to eat with her friends, although she does not enjoy the spicy foods that they keep wanting her to try.Vicki would most likely score _____ on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale.

Accepted Answer

Based on the description given, Vicki does not exhibit a desire for novel or intense experiences, which are characteristics of high scores on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale. Therefore, a low score would be the most likely result for Vicki.

Question 9

Persons scoring high on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) tend to be more likely to

Accepted Answer

Persons scoring high on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) tend to engage in risky behaviors such as smoking, substance abuse, and casual unprotected sex. Therefore, they are likely to do all of these activities.

Question 10

Scores on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) tend to be higher among

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently found that younger people tend to score higher on the SSS than older people. The other choices are not supported by research.

Question 11

Regarding sensation seekers, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

All of these statements are true. People may learn to seek particular levels of arousal, and whether they are high or low in sensation seeking may be based on how their body responds to new or intense stimulation. However, most people fall somewhere between the extremes of sensation seeking.

Question 12

People who are _____ tend to be orderly, nurturant, and giving, and tend to enjoy the company of others.

Accepted Answer

Low sensation seekers are generally more orderly, nurturant, and giving, and they tend to enjoy the company of others, as they prefer less stimulating environments and activities.

Question 13

Most adults try to vary their activities to maintain a _____ level of arousal.

Accepted Answer

Most adults try to maintain a comfortable level of arousal by engaging in activities that provide a balance of stimulation and relaxation. Too much stimulation can lead to stress and anxiety, while too little can result in boredom and lethargy. Therefore, maintaining a comfortable level of arousal is crucial for optimal functioning and well-being.

Question 14

Jordan plays his two new video games everyday.After a month of continually playing these games, Jordan starts finding these games boring and wants some new ones.Jordan's behavior is consistent with which theory of motivation?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jordan plays his two new video games...

Question 15

Scores on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) tend to be higher among

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that men, younger people, and people from certain countries (such as America, Israel, and Ireland) tend to score higher on the SSS. Therefore, option D, which includes all of these groups, is the most accurate choice.

Question 16

Jeremiah is a college sophomore, who most people would characterize as bold and independent.He has dated many women without making a serious commitment.Jeremiah has been smoking since high school and prefers spicy, sour, and crunchy food.Jeremiah would most likely score _____ on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale.

Accepted Answer

Jeremiah's dating behavior and preference for spicy, sour, and crunchy food suggest a desire for excitement and novelty-seeking, which aligns with high scores on the Sensation-Seeking Scale. Additionally, his continued smoking habit may indicate a willingness to take risks, further supporting a high score on this scale.

Question 17

Persons with low scores on the Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) are more likely to

Accepted Answer

Individuals with low scores on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) are less likely to engage in high-risk behaviors, whereas individuals with high scores on the SSS are more likely to engage in such behaviors. However, there is no significant correlation between SSS scores and age or nationality. Females are generally found to have lower SSS scores than males, therefore, choice C is the best answer option.

Question 18

Zuckerman developed a test to measure the particular levels of arousal that different people find comfortable.He called his test the

Accepted Answer

Zuckerman developed the Sensation-Seeking Scale to measure the particular levels of arousal that different people find comfortable. The other options (Social Readjustment Rating Scale, Adaptive Behaviors Test, Thematic Apperception Test) are all tests developed by different psychologists to measure different constructs.

Question 19

Persons high in sensation seeking tend to

Accepted Answer

Sensation seekers typically have a need for novel and intense experiences, which is associated with valuing change and independence. Preferences for sweet, bland foods or being nurturant and giving are not necessarily characteristic of sensation seekers. Additionally, sensation seekers tend to be impulsive and less orderly/restrained, which rules out option D.

Question 20

Regarding sensation seekers, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that high and low sensation-seeking behavior is related to how a person's body responds to new, unusual, surprising, or intense stimulation. Low sensation-seekers tend to prefer milder stimuli, whereas high sensation-seekers tend to seek out intense or novel sensations. There is no evidence to support choices A or C.

Quiz 10: Extension B: Motivation and Emotion

Thrill and adventure-seeking, experience seeking, disinhibition, and boredom susceptibility are areas assessed by the

Darrius is a college student, who enjoys going to wild, "uninhibited" parties and getting high on marijuana.He also enjoys riding his motorcycle fast and wants to be an EMT after college.On Zuckerman's test, Darrius would probably score high on

People who are _____ tend to be bold and independent, to value change, to be more likely to smoke and to have more sexual partners, and to prefer spicy, sour, and crunchy foods.

Zuckerman's test consists of items that measure all of the following categories EXCEPT for

Jan and her husband Dean are going on a vacation to the beach.Jan wants to lie on the beach and read a good book, while Dean wants to scuba dive and surf.Jan appears to be _, while Dean appears to be _.

Persons who score low on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale tend to

Vicki is a college freshman, who most people would characterize as orderly, kind, and giving.She enjoys going out to eat with her friends, although she does not enjoy the spicy foods that they keep wanting her to try.Vicki would most likely score _____ on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale.

Persons scoring high on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) tend to be more likely to

Scores on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) tend to be higher among

Regarding sensation seekers, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

People who are _____ tend to be orderly, nurturant, and giving, and tend to enjoy the company of others.

Most adults try to vary their activities to maintain a _____ level of arousal.

Jordan plays his two new video games everyday.After a month of continually playing these games, Jordan starts finding these games boring and wants some new ones.Jordan's behavior is consistent with which theory of motivation?

Scores on Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) tend to be higher among

Persons with low scores on the Zuckerman's Sensation-Seeking Scale (SSS) are more likely to

Zuckerman developed a test to measure the particular levels of arousal that different people find comfortable.He called his test the

Persons high in sensation seeking tend to

Regarding sensation seekers, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?