Question 1

In the film clip on anorexia, the female being interviewed stated that she knew she still had too much body fat presently because

Accepted Answer

In the film clip, the female being interviewed stated that she knew she still had too much body fat presently because she was still having a monthly menstrual period. This is a common indicator that a woman's body fat percentage is at a healthy level.

Question 2

Positive emotions are most likely to encourage

Accepted Answer

Positive emotions have been linked to personal growth, social connectedness, and creativity. When we feel good, we are more likely to explore new experiences, connect with others, and engage in creative activities. Therefore, all of these options are likely to be encouraged by positive emotions.

Question 3

In Hans Selye's experiment, when the lateral area of the rat's _____ was stimulated, the rat began to eat.When the stimulation stopped, the rat stopped eating.

Accepted Answer

The hypothalamus is known to be involved in regulating hunger and satiety. In Selye's experiment, when the lateral area of the rat's hypothalamus was stimulated, the rat began to eat.

Question 4

According to Martin Seligman, _____ can be cultivated by using the strengths we already possess, including kindness, originality, humor, optimism, and generosity.

Accepted Answer

Martin Seligman is a well-known positive psychologist who has developed theories on how to increase happiness. According to Seligman, happiness can be cultivated by using the strengths we already possess, such as kindness, originality, humor, optimism, and generosity. Therefore, the correct answer is B, happiness.

Question 5

Emotionally intelligent people

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Emotionally intelligent people understand that negative emotions can be valuable and constructive, and they do not view them as an unwelcome misery. They know that negative emotions can offer insights, drive growth, and improve relationships, and they learn to manage them effectively. Option A is incorrect as emotionally intelligent people do not treat negative emotions as an unwelcome misery. Option B is also incorrect as emotionally intelligent people are willing to seek help or talk to others about their problems. Option D is incorrect as emotionally intelligent people use their emotions to inform their decisions and make them with compassion, empathy, and awareness.

Question 6

According to the research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, which of the following factors was/were critical to weight loss and continued weight control?

Accepted Answer

The research emphasized that the duration of exercise was critical to weight loss and continued weight control, rather than the type or intensity of exercise.

Question 7

According to Martin Seligman, to be genuinely happy, one must

Accepted Answer

According to Martin Seligman, using one's strengths is key to achieving genuine happiness. Focusing solely on fixing weaknesses may lead to temporary improvement, but it does not bring lasting happiness. Strengthening negative emotions is not necessary for understanding positive emotions, and balancing negative and positive emotions is important but not the only factor in achieving happiness.

Question 8

In Hans Selye's experiment, when the lateral area of the rat's hypothalamus was stimulated, the rat _____; and when the stimulation stopped, the rat _____.

Accepted Answer

Stimulation of the lateral hypothalamus in rats is associated with the initiation of eating behavior, and when the stimulation stops, the eating behavior ceases.

Question 9

According to Barbara Fredrickson, _____ emotions are associated with actions that helped our ancestors save their lives; and _____ emotions create an urge to play, to be creative, to explore, and to savor life.

Accepted Answer

Negative emotions are associated with survival actions, while positive emotions encourage exploration and creativity.

Question 10

According to positive psychology, negative emotions tend to _____, while positive emotions tend to _____.

Accepted Answer

According to positive psychology, negative emotions tend to narrow our focus and positive emotions tend to broaden our focus.

Question 11

According to the weight control and exercise research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, _____ is defined as 220 heart beats per minute minus one's age.

Accepted Answer

The formula described in the question is known as the age-predicted maximum heart rate, which is calculated by subtracting one's age from 220. This is a commonly used equation to estimate an individual's maximum heart rate during exercise and is often used to guide exercise prescription and intensity. The other options (BMI, BTU, and cardiovascular fitness quotient) are not related to this specific formula or the research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh.

Question 12

What is a benefit of experiencing positive emotions such as joy and happiness?

Accepted Answer

Experiencing positive emotions such as joy and happiness can encourage personal growth and social connection. It can help individuals build stronger relationships with others and lead to personal development and growth.

Question 13

In the film clip on anorexia, the female being interviewed stated that as she lost more and more weight, her obsessive drive to lose weight

Accepted Answer

The female being interviewed stated that as she lost more and more weight, her obsessive drive to lose weight increased. She became more focused on her weight loss goals and obsessed with restricting her food intake.

Question 14

In the film clip on anorexia, the female being interviewed stated that in order not to draw attention to herself, she would eat at social events at work but would feel frustrated, angry and worthless because

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the film clip on anorexia, the...

Question 15

Regarding emotional intelligence, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

All of these statements are true. 
A) People who are emotionally intelligent are able to understand the cause and effect relationship between different emotions and behaviors. For example, they can recognize that feeling depressed often leads to feeling helpless. 
B) Cultivating positive emotions, such as gratitude or compassion, is a key component of emotional intelligence. This involves being able to manage and regulate one's own emotions, as well as being able to empathize with others and understand their emotions. 
C) Reflecting on past experiences can help someone learn from their mistakes and improve their emotional intelligence. By analyzing how they reacted to a situation in the past, they can better prepare themselves for similar situations in the future.

Question 16

According to the research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, moderate exercise intensity is defined as ____ percent of one's age predicted maximum (for heart beats per minute).

Accepted Answer

Moderate exercise intensity is defined as 60-85% of one's age predicted maximum heart rate.

Question 17

In the weight control research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, the women in the study were asked to use post-it notes and place their walking shoes on their desks as a form of _____ to remind them to exercise.

Accepted Answer

The use of post-it notes and placing walking shoes on their desks is an example of stimulus control, which involves manipulating environmental cues to increase or decrease the likelihood of a behavior. The post-it notes and walking shoes serve as reminders or cues to exercise, increasing the chances that the women will engage in this behavior. Contingent reinforcers involve providing rewards or punishments based on specific behaviors, feedback mechanisms involve providing information about performance to facilitate behavior change, and avoidance cues involve using cues to avoid negative outcomes. None of these options accurately describe the use of post-it notes and walking shoes as reminders to exercise.

Question 18

Concerning the weight control research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, what type of exercise was done by the women in each treatment group?

Accepted Answer

The weight control research at the University of Pittsburgh involved women participating in walking as their form of exercise.

Question 19

According to the behavior modification techniques taught the female subjects in the weight control study conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, which walking plan is most achievable for the majority of people?

Accepted Answer

The behavior modification techniques taught in the weight control study suggest breaking up exercise into smaller, more manageable segments. Therefore, three 10-minute walks during various times each day would be the most achievable for the majority of people. This allows for flexibility in scheduling and can be easily incorporated into daily routines. Option A and B require a 30-minute time commitment, which may be difficult to fit into busy schedules. Option D suggests two longer walks on the weekend, which may not be sustainable for those who work or have other obligations on weekends.

Question 20

Regarding emotional intelligence, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence is a set of skills that can be learned and improved upon. By paying attention to our own emotions and the emotions of others, we can learn valuable lessons about ourselves and others. Psychologists have developed a number of methods for teaching emotional intelligence, including mindfulness training, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and social skills training.

Quiz 10: Extension C: Motivation and Emotion

In the film clip on anorexia, the female being interviewed stated that she knew she still had too much body fat presently because

Positive emotions are most likely to encourage

In Hans Selye's experiment, when the lateral area of the rat's _____ was stimulated, the rat began to eat.When the stimulation stopped, the rat stopped eating.

According to Martin Seligman, _____ can be cultivated by using the strengths we already possess, including kindness, originality, humor, optimism, and generosity.

Emotionally intelligent people

According to the research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, which of the following factors was/were critical to weight loss and continued weight control?

According to Martin Seligman, to be genuinely happy, one must

In Hans Selye's experiment, when the lateral area of the rat's hypothalamus was stimulated, the rat _; and when the stimulation stopped, the rat _.

According to Barbara Fredrickson, _ emotions are associated with actions that helped our ancestors save their lives; and _ emotions create an urge to play, to be creative, to explore, and to savor life.

According to positive psychology, negative emotions tend to _, while positive emotions tend to _.

According to the weight control and exercise research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, _____ is defined as 220 heart beats per minute minus one's age.

What is a benefit of experiencing positive emotions such as joy and happiness?

In the film clip on anorexia, the female being interviewed stated that as she lost more and more weight, her obsessive drive to lose weight

In the film clip on anorexia, the female being interviewed stated that in order not to draw attention to herself, she would eat at social events at work but would feel frustrated, angry and worthless because

Regarding emotional intelligence, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

According to the research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, moderate exercise intensity is defined as ____ percent of one's age predicted maximum (for heart beats per minute) .

In the weight control research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, the women in the study were asked to use post-it notes and place their walking shoes on their desks as a form of _____ to remind them to exercise.

Concerning the weight control research conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, what type of exercise was done by the women in each treatment group?

According to the behavior modification techniques taught the female subjects in the weight control study conducted at the University of Pittsburgh, which walking plan is most achievable for the majority of people?

Regarding emotional intelligence, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?