Question 1

Which hormone stimulates appetite, and which helps regulate appetite by telling the hypothalamus that the body has stored enough fat?

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Question 2

Exclusively psychological theories of the origins of homosexuality have never been supported.

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While psychological factors such as childhood experiences and relationship patterns may play a role in sexual orientation, research suggests that there are multiple complex factors, including genetic and hormonal influences, that contribute to the development of sexual orientation. Therefore, exclusively psychological theories have not been supported.

Question 3

A Pakistani student desperately wants an education and a career as a pharmacist, but she also does not want to be disobedient to her parents, who have arranged a marriage for her back home. Which kind of conflict does she have?

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Question 4

Ramón and Ramona are learning to ski. Every time she falls, Ramona says, "This is the most humiliating experience I've ever had! Everyone is watching me behave like a clumsy dolt!" When Ramón falls, he says, "&*!!@$@! I'll show these dratted skis who's boss!" Why is Ramona more likely than Ramón to give up?

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Ramona is focused on her performance and how others perceive her, while Ramón is focused on learning and improving his skills. This makes Ramona more likely to give up because she is more concerned with looking good and avoiding failure, while Ramón sees falling as part of the learning process and focuses on overcoming obstacles.

Question 5

Letitia just got her law degree. She wants to take a job in environmental law, but a corporate firm specializing in real estate contracts has offered her a job with an enormous salary. Why should she think carefully and critically in making a decision?

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Question 6

Research on the motives of rapists finds that rape is usually a result of:

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Research shows that rape is often an expression of power and control, rather than just a result of sexual desire. Many rapists exhibit hostile attitudes toward women, and may be motivated by a need to assert their dominance or gain approval from their peers. The other options (A, C, and D) are less supported by research and are often used as victim-blaming excuses for rape.

Question 7

Stephanie has been texting night and day with a guy she met on an online matching site. The exchanges are fun, but what should she consider before agreeing to meet him in Brazil for a hot weekend?

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Question 8

Horatio wants to earn a black belt in karate. Which way(s) of thinking about this goal are most likely to help him reach it?

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Setting specific, challenging but attainable goals and striving to achieve key milestones on the way can help Horatio stay motivated and on track towards earning his black belt in karate. Simply aiming to do his best or avoiding losses may not necessarily provide specific steps for achieving his goal. Setting easy goals may not provide enough challenge and may not adequately prepare him for the requirements of a black belt.

Question 9

How are adult passionate love and infant-mother love biologically similar?

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Question 10

An employer is annoyed by the behavior of an employee and is thinking of firing him. His work is competent, but he rarely arrives on time, doesn't seem interested in his job, and has begun to take an unusual number of sick days. The boss has decided he is lazy and unmotivated. What guidelines of critical thinking is the boss overlooking, and what information should the boss consider before firing him?

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Question 11

Biological research finds that:

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Numerous studies have found evidence of homosexual behavior in a wide range of animal species, including primates, birds, mammals, and fish. This suggests that same-sex attraction is a natural and widespread phenomenon in the animal kingdom, and is not limited to human beings. However, it is important to note that animal behavior does not necessarily equate to human sexual orientation, as humans have much greater capacity for conscious decision-making and social norms.

Question 12

Under what conditions are women most likely to use sex as a "bargaining chip"?

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Women who are financially dependent may feel they have few other resources to negotiate a desired outcome and may resort to using sex as a bargaining chip.

Question 13

Until recently, men in Western societies were more likely than women to marry for love.

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Historically, men were more likely to marry for love in Western societies as they had more freedom and choice in selecting a partner. Women were often married off for financial or social reasons rather than love. However, this trend has been changing in recent times with both men and women prioritizing love and emotional connection in marriages.

Question 14

Tiffany is wildly in love with Timothy, and he with her, but she can't stop worrying about his fidelity and doubting his love. She wants to be with him constantly, but when she feels jealous she pushes him away. According to the attachment theory of love, which style of attachment does Tiffany have?

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Question 15

Bill, who is thin, reads that genes set the range of body weight and shape. "Oh, good," he exclaims, "now I an eat all the junk food I want; I was born to be skinny." What's wrong with Bill's conclusion?

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Question 16

Max has applied for a junior year abroad, but couldn't get into his first choice, a drama school in London. He is feeling so miserable about the rejection that he is thinking of staying home. "Why should I go to a second-rate school somewhere else?" he reasons. What is wrong with his reasoning?

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Question 17

Which of these factors significantly increase work motivation?

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Specific goals provide clarity and direction, feedback provides a sense of progress and growth, being able to make decisions increases autonomy and ownership, and the chance of promotion provides a sense of advancement and recognition. Regular pay and routine, predictable work may be important for basic needs and stability, but they are not significant factors in increasing work motivation. Being told what to do may actually decrease motivation for individuals who value autonomy and independence.

Quiz 12: Motivation