Question 1

Another name for neuron is:

Accepted Answer

A)  neurotransmitter. 
B)  glia cell. 
C)  precursor cell. 
D)  nerve cell. 
A)  neurotransmitter. 
B)  glia cell. 
C)  precursor cell. 
D)  nerve cell.

Question 2

Scientists have confirmed that no new central nervous system cells are produced after infancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The authors describe the case of a man who developed a puzzling symptom in which he was obsessed with fine dining. This "gourmand syndrome" was the result of:

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A)  a stroke damaging the left side of his brain. 
B)  a split-brain operation. 
C)  a stroke damaging the right side of his brain. 
D)  the loss of myelin surrounding his neurons. 
A)  a stroke damaging the left side of his brain. 
B)  a split-brain operation. 
C)  a stroke damaging the right side of his brain. 
D)  the loss of myelin surrounding his neurons.

Question 4

The largest brain structure, the cerebrum, is where the highest form of thinking takes place. Describe the physical appearance of the thin layers of cells covering the cerebrum and compare the human cortex with that of other mammals. What are the names and roles of the lobes of the cortex?

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Question 5

The right side of the brain is superior to the left in problems requiring spatial-visual ability and in facial recognition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A neurologist wants to confirm his patient's diagnosis of epilepsy. To do this he needs to record the electrical activity of his patient's brain. The best way for the neurologist to obtain this information would be to use:

Accepted Answer

A)  functional magnetic resonance imaging. 
B)  transcranial magnetic stimulation. 
C)  an electroencephalogram. 
D)  positron emission tomography. 
A)  functional magnetic resonance imaging. 
B)  transcranial magnetic stimulation. 
C)  an electroencephalogram. 
D)  positron emission tomography.

Question 7

Endorphin levels can shoot up when an animal or a person is afraid or under stress. Explain why this is adaptive through the development of your own example.

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Question 8

Why is the sympathetic nervous system compared to the accelerator of a car?

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Question 9

List the three main parts of the neuron and explain the role each plays in the transmission of neural communication.

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Question 10

All of the following are examples of spinal reflexes EXCEPT:

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A)  the erection of the penis. 
B)  the secretion of hormones. 
C)  the hand pulling back in pain. 
D)  the ejaculation of semen. 
A)  the erection of the penis. 
B)  the secretion of hormones. 
C)  the hand pulling back in pain. 
D)  the ejaculation of semen.

Question 11

The right hemisphere of the brain:

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A)  is responsible for language processing in most individuals. 
B)  excels in logical, sequential, and symbolic tasks, such as solving math problems. 
C)  excels in the ability to read facial expressions. 
D)  has a "mental module" that constantly tries to explain actions that are nonverbal. 
A)  is responsible for language processing in most individuals. 
B)  excels in logical, sequential, and symbolic tasks, such as solving math problems. 
C)  excels in the ability to read facial expressions. 
D)  has a "mental module" that constantly tries to explain actions that are nonverbal.

Question 12

Name one drawback to the transcranial magnetic stimulation method.

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Question 13

Julia sells St. John's wort in her health food store. Her customers purchase this item in order to relieve:

Accepted Answer

A)  high blood pressure. 
B)  convulsive disorders. 
C)  eating disorders. 
D)  depression. 
A)  high blood pressure. 
B)  convulsive disorders. 
C)  eating disorders. 
D)  depression.

Question 14

Match these descriptions with the appropriate brain structure.
-A brain structure involved in the storage of new information in memory.

Accepted Answer

A) corpus callosum 
B) hypothalamus 
C) cerebrum 
D) amygdala 
E) hippocampus 
A) corpus callosum 
B) hypothalamus 
C) cerebrum 
D) amygdala 
E) hippocampus

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  The sympathetic nervous system enables the body to conserve and store energy. 
B)  The autonomic nervous system consists of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. 
C)  The parasympathetic nervous system mobilizes the body for action. 
D)  The autonomic nervous system collects sensory input and sends commands to skeletal muscles. 
A)  The sympathetic nervous system enables the body to conserve and store energy. 
B)  The autonomic nervous system consists of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. 
C)  The parasympathetic nervous system mobilizes the body for action. 
D)  The autonomic nervous system collects sensory input and sends commands to skeletal muscles.

Question 16

Glutamate functions as the:

Accepted Answer

A)  major excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain. 
B)  major neurotransmitter involved in voluntary movements. 
C)  major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. 
D)  neurotransmitter responsible for the slowing of intestinal activity during stress. 
A)  major excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain. 
B)  major neurotransmitter involved in voluntary movements. 
C)  major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. 
D)  neurotransmitter responsible for the slowing of intestinal activity during stress.

Question 17

Which part of the nervous system produces some behaviours on its own, without any help from the brain?

Accepted Answer

A)  the reticular formation 
B)  the spinal cord 
C)  the parasympathetic system 
D)  the sympathetic system 
A)  the reticular formation 
B)  the spinal cord 
C)  the parasympathetic system 
D)  the sympathetic system

Question 18

In the peripheral nervous system, ________ enable us to move, and cause glands to contract and to secrete hormones.

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A)  cranial nerves 
B)  motor nerves 
C)  somatic nerves 
D)  sensory nerves 
A)  cranial nerves 
B)  motor nerves 
C)  somatic nerves 
D)  sensory nerves

Question 19

What part of the brain could be compared to a busy traffic officer?

Accepted Answer

A)  cerebellum 
B)  hypothalamus 
C)  pituitary gland 
D)  thalamus 
A)  cerebellum 
B)  hypothalamus 
C)  pituitary gland 
D)  thalamus

Question 20

The image of a key fitting into a lock is useful in understanding how:

Accepted Answer

A)  two nerve cells physically touch each other at each end. 
B)  neurotransmitters bind to receptor molecules. 
C)  ion channels open and close. 
D)  synaptic vesicles are opened by an action potential. 
A)  two nerve cells physically touch each other at each end. 
B)  neurotransmitters bind to receptor molecules. 
C)  ion channels open and close. 
D)  synaptic vesicles are opened by an action potential.

Another name for neuron is:

Scientists have confirmed that no new central nervous system cells are produced after infancy.

The authors describe the case of a man who developed a puzzling symptom in which he was obsessed with fine dining. This "gourmand syndrome" was the result of:

The largest brain structure, the cerebrum, is where the highest form of thinking takes place. Describe the physical appearance of the thin layers of cells covering the cerebrum and compare the human cortex with that of other mammals. What are the names and roles of the lobes of the cortex?

The right side of the brain is superior to the left in problems requiring spatial-visual ability and in facial recognition.

A neurologist wants to confirm his patient's diagnosis of epilepsy. To do this he needs to record the electrical activity of his patient's brain. The best way for the neurologist to obtain this information would be to use:

Endorphin levels can shoot up when an animal or a person is afraid or under stress. Explain why this is adaptive through the development of your own example.

Why is the sympathetic nervous system compared to the accelerator of a car?

List the three main parts of the neuron and explain the role each plays in the transmission of neural communication.

All of the following are examples of spinal reflexes EXCEPT:

The right hemisphere of the brain:

Name one drawback to the transcranial magnetic stimulation method.

Julia sells St. John's wort in her health food store. Her customers purchase this item in order to relieve:

Match these descriptions with the appropriate brain structure. -A brain structure involved in the storage of new information in memory.

Which of the following statements is true?

Glutamate functions as the:

Which part of the nervous system produces some behaviours on its own, without any help from the brain?

In the peripheral nervous system, ________ enable us to move, and cause glands to contract and to secrete hormones.

What part of the brain could be compared to a busy traffic officer?

The image of a key fitting into a lock is useful in understanding how:

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Another name for neuron is:

Scientists have confirmed that no new central nervous system cells are produced after infancy.

The authors describe the case of a man who developed a puzzling symptom in which he was obsessed with fine dining. This "gourmand syndrome" was the result of:

The largest brain structure, the cerebrum, is where the highest form of thinking takes place. Describe the physical appearance of the thin layers of cells covering the cerebrum and compare the human cortex with that of other mammals. What are the names and roles of the lobes of the cortex?

The right side of the brain is superior to the left in problems requiring spatial-visual ability and in facial recognition.

A neurologist wants to confirm his patient's diagnosis of epilepsy. To do this he needs to record the electrical activity of his patient's brain. The best way for the neurologist to obtain this information would be to use:

Endorphin levels can shoot up when an animal or a person is afraid or under stress. Explain why this is adaptive through the development of your own example.

Why is the sympathetic nervous system compared to the accelerator of a car?

List the three main parts of the neuron and explain the role each plays in the transmission of neural communication.

All of the following are examples of spinal reflexes EXCEPT:

The right hemisphere of the brain:

Name one drawback to the transcranial magnetic stimulation method.

Julia sells St. John's wort in her health food store. Her customers purchase this item in order to relieve:

Match these descriptions with the appropriate brain structure. -A brain structure involved in the storage of new information in memory.

Which of the following statements is true?

Glutamate functions as the:

Which part of the nervous system produces some behaviours on its own, without any help from the brain?

In the peripheral nervous system, ________ enable us to move, and cause glands to contract and to secrete hormones.

What part of the brain could be compared to a busy traffic officer?

The image of a key fitting into a lock is useful in understanding how:

What Is Psychology

How Psychologists Do Research

Genes, Evolution, and Environment

Body Rhythms and Mental States

Sensation and Perception

Learning and Conditioning

Behaviour in Social and Cultural Context

Thinking and Intelligence

Memory

Emotion, Stress, and Health

Motivation

Development Over the Life Span

Theories of Personality

Psychological Disorders

Approaches to Treatment and Therapy

Filters