Individual Psychology and Behavior - AP Psychology
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Which one of these concepts is not a part of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Which one of these concepts is not a part of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Motivation is not included among the list of human needs according to Maslow. Maslow identified five levels in his hierarchy: physiological, safety, love, esteem, and self-actualization.
Motivation is not included among the list of human needs according to Maslow. Maslow identified five levels in his hierarchy: physiological, safety, love, esteem, and self-actualization.
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How long is information stored in our short-term memory?
How long is information stored in our short-term memory?
Information only remains in our short-term memory for about 30 seconds. At the end of this time, this information is either forgotten or transferred to long-term memory.
Information only remains in our short-term memory for about 30 seconds. At the end of this time, this information is either forgotten or transferred to long-term memory.
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How long do short-term memories last?
How long do short-term memories last?
Short-term memories are stored differently than long-term memories. Short-term memories generally include quick observations, and are only stored for 10-30 seconds. Short-term memories must be processed and stored as long-term memory in order to be accessible for any longer period of time.
Short-term memories are stored differently than long-term memories. Short-term memories generally include quick observations, and are only stored for 10-30 seconds. Short-term memories must be processed and stored as long-term memory in order to be accessible for any longer period of time.
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One example of a hormone which operates on a positive feedback loop is .
One example of a hormone which operates on a positive feedback loop is .
Oxytocin works on a positive feedback loop because the actions which oxytocin causes also cause more oxytocin to be produced. This can be seen, among other examples, in the contractions of labor.
Oxytocin works on a positive feedback loop because the actions which oxytocin causes also cause more oxytocin to be produced. This can be seen, among other examples, in the contractions of labor.
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What are chromsones made of?
What are chromsones made of?
Chromosomes are complex structures that contain a molecule of DNA and a protein. DNA strands contain genetic information.
Chromosomes are complex structures that contain a molecule of DNA and a protein. DNA strands contain genetic information.
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According to Drive Reduction Theory, humans' bodies seek .
According to Drive Reduction Theory, humans' bodies seek .
The correct answer here is homeostasis, a internally balanced state in which our needs, and the drives created by those needs, are satisfied. When one is experiencing needs and drives, one is out of homeostasis.
The correct answer here is homeostasis, a internally balanced state in which our needs, and the drives created by those needs, are satisfied. When one is experiencing needs and drives, one is out of homeostasis.
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The Cannon-Bard Theory posits that .
The Cannon-Bard Theory posits that .
Cannon-Bard theory states that we feel emotions and experience physiological reactions such as sweating, trembling, and muscle tension simultaneously.
Cannon-Bard theory states that we feel emotions and experience physiological reactions such as sweating, trembling, and muscle tension simultaneously.
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Which of the following follows a circadian rhythm?
Which of the following follows a circadian rhythm?
A circadian rhythm is any process that abides by a 24-hour rhythm. It is best known for helping to tell our bodies when they need sleep. Having a disrupted circadian rhythm is related to negative health outcomes, including various neurological and cardiological problems.
A circadian rhythm is any process that abides by a 24-hour rhythm. It is best known for helping to tell our bodies when they need sleep. Having a disrupted circadian rhythm is related to negative health outcomes, including various neurological and cardiological problems.
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Areas of the cerebral cortex which are associated neither with primary motor movements nor with sensory input or processing are referred to as .
Areas of the cerebral cortex which are associated neither with primary motor movements nor with sensory input or processing are referred to as .
Association areas, such as Broca's area, are involved in "higher" brain processes such as pattern recognition, speaking, thinking and memory.
Association areas, such as Broca's area, are involved in "higher" brain processes such as pattern recognition, speaking, thinking and memory.
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When are hypnagogic sensations most likely to be experienced?
When are hypnagogic sensations most likely to be experienced?
Sleep occurs in 4 stages, NREM-1, NREM-2, NREM-3, and REM.
It's during the first stage of sleep (NREM-1) that you may experience images that resemble hallucinations. These experiences occur without a sensory stimulation and can sometimes be later incorporated into one's memories.
Sleep occurs in 4 stages, NREM-1, NREM-2, NREM-3, and REM.
It's during the first stage of sleep (NREM-1) that you may experience images that resemble hallucinations. These experiences occur without a sensory stimulation and can sometimes be later incorporated into one's memories.
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Which of the following is the "deepest" stage of sleep and is most commonly associated with dreams?
Which of the following is the "deepest" stage of sleep and is most commonly associated with dreams?
REM (rapid eye-movement) sleep is the fifth and final stage of sleep during which the body is in it's deepest sleep. Dreaming is most frequent, most vivid, and most memorable during REM sleep; however, other dreaming can occur during the other sleep stages.
REM (rapid eye-movement) sleep is the fifth and final stage of sleep during which the body is in it's deepest sleep. Dreaming is most frequent, most vivid, and most memorable during REM sleep; however, other dreaming can occur during the other sleep stages.
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The is/are a ring-shaped association of different brain structures in the forebrain, commonly associated with emotions and memories.
The is/are a ring-shaped association of different brain structures in the forebrain, commonly associated with emotions and memories.
The limbic system is composed of the septum, cingulate gyrus, hypothalamus, and amygdala, plus other more minor formations. This system is particularly associated with the formation of memory.
The limbic system is composed of the septum, cingulate gyrus, hypothalamus, and amygdala, plus other more minor formations. This system is particularly associated with the formation of memory.
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B.F. Skinner studied operant conditioning through the use of an operant conditioning box, which is also known as what?
B.F. Skinner studied operant conditioning through the use of an operant conditioning box, which is also known as what?
When Skinner developed the operant conditioning box, it famously became known as the Skinner box. When a stimulus was presented, the box was designed such that a reward (or punishment) could be delivered depending on the subject's reaction to the stimulus. For example, when a light was shown, a mouse could push a lever and receive food.
When Skinner developed the operant conditioning box, it famously became known as the Skinner box. When a stimulus was presented, the box was designed such that a reward (or punishment) could be delivered depending on the subject's reaction to the stimulus. For example, when a light was shown, a mouse could push a lever and receive food.
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Which of the following best describes how neurotransmitters in the synapse can be deactivated?
Which of the following best describes how neurotransmitters in the synapse can be deactivated?
Reuptake is reabsorption of neurotransmitter into the neuron. Chemically breaking down neurotransmitters makes them nonfunctional.
Reuptake is reabsorption of neurotransmitter into the neuron. Chemically breaking down neurotransmitters makes them nonfunctional.
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Where are neurotransmitters stored in the axon terminal?
Where are neurotransmitters stored in the axon terminal?
Synaptic vesicles are at the end of the presynaptic neuron, and they release neurotransmitter into the synapse. Dendrites are outer branched extensions of a neuron. Synapses are the structures that permit neuron transfer.
Synaptic vesicles are at the end of the presynaptic neuron, and they release neurotransmitter into the synapse. Dendrites are outer branched extensions of a neuron. Synapses are the structures that permit neuron transfer.
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The taste sensation umami is stimulated by which substance?
The taste sensation umami is stimulated by which substance?
Glutamate is found in protein rich foods and the artificial flavoring MSG (Monosodium Glutamate). It triggers the taste sensation umami. Umami is the most recently defined taste-sensation, it is best described as a meaty taste. The other four basic taste sensations are: salty, bitter, sweet, and sour.
Glutamate is found in protein rich foods and the artificial flavoring MSG (Monosodium Glutamate). It triggers the taste sensation umami. Umami is the most recently defined taste-sensation, it is best described as a meaty taste. The other four basic taste sensations are: salty, bitter, sweet, and sour.
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Which of the following emotions is commonly associated with a Type A personality?
Which of the following emotions is commonly associated with a Type A personality?
Type A personalities are characterized as being very competitive, goal-driven, and impatient. Additionally, Type A personalities are most likely to exhibit high levels of anger, hostility, and cynicism. While all humans will, at some point, experience lethargy, sadness, happiness, and depression these are, specifically, not characteristic of a Type A personality.
Type A personalities are characterized as being very competitive, goal-driven, and impatient. Additionally, Type A personalities are most likely to exhibit high levels of anger, hostility, and cynicism. While all humans will, at some point, experience lethargy, sadness, happiness, and depression these are, specifically, not characteristic of a Type A personality.
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Which emotional psychologist is responsible for the idea that the brain cannot just rely on bodily responses to understand what emotions individuals are experiencing?
Which emotional psychologist is responsible for the idea that the brain cannot just rely on bodily responses to understand what emotions individuals are experiencing?
The Cannon-Bard theory states that the brain cannot rely on bodily responses to know which emotions it is experiencing. This is supported by the observation that a racing heart can indicate excitement, fear, or anger.
The Cannon-Bard theory states that the brain cannot rely on bodily responses to know which emotions it is experiencing. This is supported by the observation that a racing heart can indicate excitement, fear, or anger.
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Who proposed the law of effect?
Who proposed the law of effect?
Edward Thorndike was a prominent American psychologist who proposed the law of effect, which posits that responses that are followed with a positive consequence are more likely to be repeated, as opposed to responses that are not reinforced. B.F. Skinner's theory of operant conditioning is primarily based on the law of effect.
Edward Thorndike was a prominent American psychologist who proposed the law of effect, which posits that responses that are followed with a positive consequence are more likely to be repeated, as opposed to responses that are not reinforced. B.F. Skinner's theory of operant conditioning is primarily based on the law of effect.
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Which of these characteristics is a basic tenet of a fantasy-prone personality?
Which of these characteristics is a basic tenet of a fantasy-prone personality?
Those with a fantasy-prone personality spend much time daydreaming, thus utilizing their vivid imagination. They are often able to recall their fantasies with near perfect accuracy.
Those with a fantasy-prone personality spend much time daydreaming, thus utilizing their vivid imagination. They are often able to recall their fantasies with near perfect accuracy.
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