Exam 8: Motivation and Emotion

Hugh has such a strong need to bolster his fragile self-esteem that he engages in dangerously promiscuous behavior. Hugh's need to bolster his self-esteem is a(n) ________.

Which of the following best describes a person with high achievement motivation?

The Yerkes-Dodson Law states ________.

In the ________ phase of the sexual response cycle, the genitals become engorged with blood, causing erection of the penis in males, and erection of the clitoris and nipples in females.

Men are ________ interested in sex than women, and are ________ likely to link sex to a close, committed relationship.

According to set point theory, if you consume more calories than you need for your weight, your metabolic rate will go ________, and if you eat fewer calories than you need your metabolic rate will go ________.

The correct sequential order of Maslow's hierarchy of motives from the most primitive to the most complex and human is ________.

Which of the following is most closely linked to aggression?

Maria has never liked flying; she thinks it is dangerous. Juan loves it; he thinks it is a very convenient and safe way to travel. They decide to go to Paris together for a vacation, but their plans are marred by a work stoppage of air traffic controllers. Maria wants to call off the entire vacation, but Juan is still willing to fly. Which of the following statements about emotions best fits this example?

Which of the following people is most likely to suffer from anorexia nervosa?