Question 1

Koa has felt isolated and like an "outsider"since coming to university in his first year.As a result,he decided to join a student society on campus.According to Maslow,Koa is likely attempting to meet the _________ need.

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs includes the need for belonging or social connections. Koa's decision to join a student society on campus suggests that he is seeking to fulfill this need by connecting with others and establishing a sense of community.

Question 2

When viewing images of a significant other,researchers found participants had increased activation in the ________ compared to viewing images of other familiar faces.

Accepted Answer

Viewing images of a significant other has been found to increase activation in the caudate nucleus, a region of the brain associated with reward, motivation, and love, distinguishing these responses from those elicited by viewing other familiar faces.

Question 3

According to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy,which needs must be met first?

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs states that physiological needs such as food, water, shelter, and sleep must be met first before any other needs, including safety, belongingness, esteem, and self-actualization.

Question 4

Angus and Petra have recently started a new relationship.When Angus isn't around,Petra finds herself longing for Angus.According to Berscheid and Walter,what type of love is Petra likely experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Petra is likely experiencing passionate love, which is characterized by intense longing, desire, and excitement for the presence of one's partner. This type of love is often prominent in the early stages of a romantic relationship.

Question 5

According to your textbook,______________ is a risk factor for illnesses such as heart disease and cancer,and elevates a person's risk for having hypertension,a weaker immune system,and high levels of stress hormones.

Accepted Answer

Loneliness is a risk factor for illnesses such as heart disease and cancer, and elevates a person's risk for having hypertension, a weaker immune system, and high levels of stress hormones, as per the textbook. Divorce, low self-esteem, and only having 1-2 close friends may contribute to loneliness, but they are not specifically mentioned as risk factors for the above-mentioned illnesses.

Question 6

Lixing has always enjoyed playing piano.In fact,Lixing practices for many hours every day and wants to master his skills.In this example,Lixing's behaviours are being driven by ___________ motivation.

Accepted Answer

Lixing's behavior is being driven by intrinsic motivation as he is motivated by his own enjoyment and personal satisfaction from playing piano.

Question 7

Lamar knows he is a good basketball player and is confident that if given the chance,he will be able to carry his team to victory in the finals.Lamar likely has a high level of

Accepted Answer

Lamar's confidence in his ability to achieve success in basketball suggests he has a high level of self-efficacy, which is the belief in one's ability to successfully execute a specific task or behavior. Autonomy refers to the desire for independence and control, mastery motivation refers to the desire to improve in a specific skill or task, and conceit suggests an excessive and unrealistic sense of self-importance.

Question 8

A key element to satisfying the need to belong is

Accepted Answer

A sense of permanence to our relationships provides us with a feeling of security and stability in our social connections. It allows us to feel like we have a consistent group of people to rely on and turn to for support, which satisfies our need to belong. Making new friends or being the most well-liked person in a group may provide temporary satisfaction, but it does not necessarily fulfill the need for lasting and meaningful social connections.

Question 9

_________ refers to an individual's confidence that they have the ability to solve a problem or face a challenge.

Accepted Answer

Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their own abilities to handle a situation or task. It is a key component of motivation and can significantly affect one's willingness to take on challenges and persevere through difficulties. Choices A, B, and C do not accurately describe self-efficacy.

Question 10

_______________ goals are positive experiences that you seek directly.

Accepted Answer

Approach goals are focused on seeking positive experiences or outcomes, whereas performance goals are focused on achieving a certain level of performance or avoiding negative outcomes. Self-efficacy and self-determination are not directly related to types of goals.

Question 11

Which of the following shows a focus on the lowest of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Accepted Answer

Mark's focus on improving his living situation by moving out of a dangerous area shows a focus on the lowest of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which is the need for safety and security.

Question 12

_______________motivation is the drive to perform at high levels and to accomplish significant goals.

Accepted Answer

Achievement motivation is the drive to perform at high levels and to accomplish significant goals. Reward motivation pertains to the drive to obtain rewards, such as praise or money, for performing well. Performance motivation pertains to the drive to perform well and improve one's performance. Approach motivation pertains to the drive to move toward positive experiences or outcomes.

Question 13

The ___________ theory suggests that humans' desire to belong is driven by their fear of death.

Accepted Answer

The terror management theory suggests that humans' desire to belong is driven by their fear of death. According to this theory, humans are aware of their own mortality and seek to alleviate this anxiety by finding meaning in their lives through connections with others and by adhering to cultural beliefs and values that provide a sense of immortality.

Question 14

Research into the use of sexual imagery to sell a product has found that

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that the blatant use of highly attractive models can sometimes lead to lower evaluations of a product due to perceived manipulation or unrealistic standards.

Question 15

_______________ goals involve the effort to avoid unpleasant experiences.

Accepted Answer

Avoidance goals focus on avoiding negative outcomes or experiences, often driven by fear or anxiety. They differ from approach goals which focus on achieving positive outcomes or experiences. Performance and mastery goals are types of approach goals.

Question 16

Matt is learning to play the guitar because he thinks girls will be more likely to go out with him if he plays in a band.This is an example of _______________ motivation and an __________________ goal.

Accepted Answer

Matt's motivation is based on achieving a performance goal, which is to impress girls and increase his chances of dating. Furthermore, the goal is approach-oriented, as he believes that playing in a band will increase his attractiveness to women.

Question 17

Maxime is trying out for Team Canada in hockey.He thinks that if he doesn't make the team his family and friends will be disappointed and he'll be embarrassed that he 'wasn't good enough.' In this instance,Maxime wanting to make the team is an example of a(n)_______ goal.

Accepted Answer

Maxime's goal is centered around avoiding negative outcomes (disappointment and embarrassment), which aligns with the definition of an avoidance goal. This type of goal focuses on avoiding undesirable states rather than achieving positive ones.

Question 18

Saskia and Mika have been in a relationship for 15 years.They share many of the same friends and have grown and changed together over time.According to Berscheid and Walter,Saskia and Mika likely share which type of love?

Accepted Answer

Saskia and Mika have been in a relationship for 15 years, which indicates a long-term commitment and shared experiences. According to Berscheid and Walter, companionate love involves feelings of intimacy and affection, a deep caring for the partner, and a long-term commitment to the relationship. This description fits well with Saskia and Mika's relationship.

Question 19

____________motives are geared toward gaining rewards or public recognition.

Accepted Answer

Performance motives are focused on achieving external rewards such as praise, recognition, or financial gain. Mastery motives, on the other hand, are focused on improving skills or knowledge for personal fulfillment or growth. Egocentric motives refer to selfish or self-centered motivations that may not necessarily involve external rewards. Approach motives refer to a desire to approach or attain a desirable outcome or goal.

Question 20

The __________ theory suggests that an individual's well-being is directly tied to the control they have over their own behaviours.

Accepted Answer

The self-determination theory suggests that an individual's well-being is directly tied to the control they have over their own behaviors, as well as their autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Mastery motivation is focused on the desire to improve one's skills and abilities, performance motivation is focused on achieving specific goals or outcomes, and self-efficacy is one's belief in their ability to succeed in a specific task or situation. While related, these concepts are not directly tied to the idea of well-being being tied to control over one's own behaviors.

Quiz 11: C: Motivation and Emotion