Chapter 5
Which photoreceptor cells are responsible for our ability to have peripheral vision & see black and white?
A. Cones
B. Rods
C. Cornea
D. lens
B. Rods
________ is an individual’s belief in their capability to complete some task.
D. Self Efficacy
Sleep Deprivation may result In all of the following except
A. Increased Blood pressure
B. Increased risk of Obesity
C. Improved Immunity
D. Slower reaction time
C. Improved Immunity
The Nervous System is divided into __ categories. They are_____________.
A. 3 categories: Peripheral Nervous System, Sympathetic Nervous system and parasympathetic nervous system
B. 2 categories: Sympathetic Nervous system & Parasympathetic nervous system
C. 2 categories: Somatic Nervous system & Autonomic nervous system
D. 4 categories: Somatic NS, Autonomic NS, Sympathetic NS & Parasympathetic NS
C. 2 categories: Somatic Nervous system & Autonomic nervous system
Perception is solely determined by the physical properties of stimuli, with no influence from individual experiences or cultural background.
A. True
B. False
B. False
Which of the following options represent Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
A. Esteem needs need to be met before Safety Needs.
B. Self Actualization needs have to be met before Love Needs
C. Self transcendence needs have to be met before Self- actualization
D. Physiological needs have to be met before Safety needs.
D. Physiological needs have to be met before Safety needs
Which of the following is untrue about the progression of sleep?
A. NREM 2- Sleep Spindles
B. REM- active sleep
C. NREM 3- Light sleep
C. NREM 3- Light sleep
The Endocrine system is made up of _____ that secrete _____
A. Glands that secrete Hormones
B. kidneys that secrete hormones
C. Nerves that secrete impulses
D. Motor neuron that secretes impulses
A. Glands that secrete Hormones
____ is the phenomenon where the perception of an objects properties remain relatively stable despite changes in sensory input.
A. Proximity
B. Sensory Deficits
C. Perceptual Constancy
D. Individualistic
C. Perceptual Constancy
Which law explains the principles of Arousal Theory and how different levels of arousal affects peak performances?
A. Maslow’s Law
B. Yerkes- Dodson Law
C. Cannon- Bard
D. Gestalt
B. Yerkes- Dodson
REM sleep is characterized by
A. Deeper sleep
B. More restful sleep
C. High brain activity
D. All of the above
C. High brain activity
Which of the Following is not A component of a neuron?
A. Axon
B. Nucleus
C. Dendrites
D. Pons
D. pons
Which of the following is not a Principle of Gestalt Psychology?
A. Proximity
B. Common- Region
C. Figure- Background
D. Transduction
D. Transduction
You encounter a bear in the woods. Your heart rate is elevated and you’re sweating profusely. You interpret these physical changes as fear and realize this is a perfect example of what theory of emotion?
A. James- Lange
B. Schachter- Singer
C. Cannon- Bard
D. Zajonc, LeDoux, & Lazarus
A. James- Lange
Which if the following is not a NREM related sleep disorder?
A. Narcolepsy
B. Night terrors
C. Insomnia
D. Somnambulism
A. Narcolepsy
In which hemisphere of the brain would the area responsible for your language be found?
A. Right Hemisphere
B. Left Hemisphere
B. Left Hemisphere
The axons of the ganglions gather together to form the _____ which transmits the messages from both eyes to the brain.
A. Optic Nerve
B. Retina
C. Cornea
D. Lens
A. Optic Nerve
If you encounter a snake, you’d feel fear and experience physiological actions simultaneously. This proves what theory of emotion?
A. James- Lange
B. Schachter- Singer
C. Cannon- Bard
D. Lazarus
C. Canon Bard
According to Sigmund Freud’s theory on dreams, which of the following Best describes the primary purpose of dreaming?
A. to process daily experiences
B. To fulfill repressed desires and wishes
C. To enhance problem solving skills
D. To prepare for future events.
B. To fulfill repressed desires and wishes
Which of the following defines an action potential?
A) A temporary change in electrical potential that occurs when a neuron is stimulated, leading to the transmission of an electrical signal along the axon.
B) A chemical signal that transmits information between neurons at a synapse.
C) The process of neurotransmitter release from a neuron.
D) A stable resting state of a neuron before it is activated.
A) A temporary change in electrical potential that occurs when a neuron is stimulated, leading to the transmission of an electrical signal along the axon.