Question 1

Antoinette is a real risk taker.She loves to skydive,and she can party all night.Benita dislikes risk taking and prefers quieter activities,such as reading and yoga.These contrasting
Preferences in the rate of physiological activation they experience suggest that Antoinette and
Benita differ in their

Accepted Answer

Antoinette and Benita's contrasting preferences in activities that suggest different rates of physiological activation indicate they differ in their optimal levels of arousal. This concept explains why some individuals seek high excitement (high arousal) activities, while others prefer more calming (low arousal) activities.

Question 2

When explaining the purpose of homeostasis,Dr.Murphy would most likely suggest that it

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis refers to the process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain stable, optimal conditions, such as temperature, pH, and glucose levels. This stabilization allows the body to function effectively.

Question 3

Luke needs about seven hours of sleep a night.During his spring break,however,he sleeps 10 hours just because he enjoys it so much.Luke's behavior is difficult to explain with
Which of the following motivation theories?

Accepted Answer

Drive reduction theory suggests that behavior is motivated by the need to reduce drives such as hunger or thirst. Since Luke is sleeping more than necessary, it doesn't align with the idea of reducing a physiological drive.

Question 4

Gertrude is close to finishing her degree in biology and was offered several good jobs in her field.However,Gertrude decides that her real dream is to become a carpenter.She quits
School and becomes a very happy and successful carpenter.According to Maslow,Gertrude

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, self-actualization is at the top of the hierarchy and refers to realizing one's own potential, self-fulfillment, seeking personal growth and peak experiences. Gertrude's decision to pursue her dream of becoming a carpenter, despite the good job offers in her field of study, indicates she is pursuing her true potential and happiness, aligning with the concept of self-actualization.

Question 5

Raymond is studying for finals and has not slept for almost two days.He finally realizes he is exhausted and goes home from the library to sleep.Raymond's desire to go home and get
Some rest so that he no longer feels tired is a(n)

Accepted Answer

Raymond's desire to go home and sleep because he is exhausted is a physiological state that creates a motivation to fulfill a basic need, which is characterized as a "drive."

Question 6

Robert becomes anxious during exams.He has found that chewing on the eraser on his pencil while he thinks helps him to calm down.Over time,Robert's pencil chewing is likely
To become a(n)

Accepted Answer

Robert's repeated behavior of chewing on the eraser to calm his anxiety during exams is likely to become a habit. A habit is a behavior that is repeated regularly and tends to occur subconsciously.

Question 7

Ming is hiking around a lake to photograph it from a variety of angles,but she forgot to bring water with her.Soon,she cannot concentrate and goes back to her car to satisfy her thirst.
Which of the following factors is most likely influencing Ming's behavior in this situation?

Accepted Answer

Drive reduction theory explains Ming's behavior as it suggests that physiological needs create an aroused tension state (a drive) that motivates an organism to satisfy the need, in this case, thirst.

Question 8

Thatcher thinks that anxiety can impair test performance,so he does relaxation exercises before his exam.He is extremely relaxed during the exam and does poorly.Thatcher did not
Take into account the complete relationship between physiological activation and performance,
As described by

Accepted Answer

The Yerkes-Dodson law describes the relationship between physiological or mental arousal and performance, suggesting that there is an optimal level of arousal for peak performance; too little or too much arousal can impair performance. Thatcher's situation reflects not considering this law, as being extremely relaxed (very low arousal) led to poor performance.

Question 9

Jenna plans to be an engineer.She also loves taking dance classes and makes time for them even if it means that she must skip a meal or not get much sleep.Jenna's behavior is best
Explained by

Accepted Answer

Jenna's behavior of prioritizing dance classes over basic needs like eating or sleeping suggests she is motivated by the pleasure or joy she derives from dancing, aligning with the pleasure principle. This principle suggests individuals are driven to seek pleasure and avoid pain, indicating Jenna finds significant enjoyment in dance, making it a priority.

Question 10

Hugh is sad that his best friend is studying abroad for the entire academic year.His brother tries to get him to go to some social events,but Hugh does not want to do anything.Hugh's
Behavior is not energized,directed,or sustained,and he is lacking

Accepted Answer

Hugh's lack of desire to engage in activities or to do anything indicates a lack of motivation, which is the drive to achieve goals or fulfill needs.

Question 11

Janelle knows that motivational states are directive,meaning that they

Accepted Answer

Motivational states being directive means they guide behaviors towards satisfying specific needs or achieving particular goals.

Question 12

Mauricio's habit of eating chalk to replenish the calcium his body needs is an example of a behavior intended to maintain

Accepted Answer

Mauricio's habit of eating chalk to replenish calcium is an example of a behavior intended to maintain homeostasis, which refers to the body's efforts to maintain a stable, balanced internal environment.

Question 13

Jerome's boat sank in cold water and his body temperature is dangerously low,so he starts swimming to raise his body temperature.According to motivational theory,Jerome's low
Temperature created a deficient state called a(n) ________,which in turn created a
Motivating state called a(n) ________ to increase his temperature.

Accepted Answer

Jerome's low temperature created a deficient state known as a "need" for warmth, which then created a motivating state called a "drive" to increase his body temperature, aligning with the need-drive framework in motivational theory.

Question 14

Terry's home was destroyed in a hurricane.It is hard to find food,so he is constantly hungry.However,he feels lucky because his family survived and he is together with his loved ones. According to Maslow's theory,Terry's ________ needs are not met,but his ________
Needs are being met.

Accepted Answer

Terry's physiological needs, such as food, are not being met due to the difficulty in finding food after the hurricane. However, his need for belonging is being met because he is with his loved ones, which provides emotional support and a sense of belonging.

Question 15

Vincent is a brilliant artist and is very satisfied with his achievements.However,he has little to eat,lives in poverty,and spends most of his time alone working on his art.Why
Would Vincent's life be problematic according to Maslow's need hierarchy?

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, basic physiological needs such as food and shelter must be met before an individual can fully attend to higher-level needs such as esteem and self-actualization. Vincent's situation indicates that his basic needs are not being met, which would be problematic according to Maslow's theory.

Question 16

Ruth has weighed 130 pounds all her adult life.During her pregnancy,she gained 25 pounds. After having her baby,Ruth's weight returned naturally to 130 pounds.For Ruth,130 pounds
Is a(n) ________,and her body went back to it through the process of ________.

Accepted Answer

Ruth's consistent weight of 130 pounds acts as a set point, which is the weight her body naturally gravitates towards. The process through which her body returns to this weight after a change (such as pregnancy) is known as homeostasis, which is the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment.

Question 17

Cyril is writing an essay on Maslow's need hierarchy.Which of the following should he include as a critique of the theory?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cyril is writing an essay on Maslow's...

Question 18

During recess,children are trying to balance a seesaw.If one side is too heavy,a child will get off the heavy side;if one side is too light,a child will get on the light side.The children's
Behavior is similar to our biological states as they try to create

Accepted Answer

The children's behavior of adjusting to balance the seesaw is similar to how biological systems work to maintain equilibrium or balance within the body, such as homeostasis.

Question 19

From an evolutionary perspective,pleasure ________ the likelihood of survival and reproduction because it ________.

Accepted Answer

Pleasure increases the likelihood of survival and reproduction because it promotes adaptive behaviors. This is because pleasurable experiences often signal beneficial outcomes or behaviors that are advantageous for an organism's survival and reproductive success.

Question 20

When he misses lunch,Augustus knows he is experiencing a state of deficiency.Pretty soon, he starts to feel hungry and he goes to a deli to eat.Augustus was motivated to eat because
He experienced the psychological state called a(n) ________,which will reduce his state
Of deficiency.

Accepted Answer

Augustus was motivated to eat because he experienced a drive, which is a psychological state that prompts an organism to satisfy a need, in this case, the need for food due to hunger.

Quiz 9: Motivation and Emotion

When explaining the purpose of homeostasis,Dr.Murphy would most likely suggest that it

Luke needs about seven hours of sleep a night.During his spring break,however,he sleeps 10 hours just because he enjoys it so much.Luke's behavior is difficult to explain with Which of the following motivation theories?

Gertrude is close to finishing her degree in biology and was offered several good jobs in her field.However,Gertrude decides that her real dream is to become a carpenter.She quits School and becomes a very happy and successful carpenter.According to Maslow,Gertrude

Raymond is studying for finals and has not slept for almost two days.He finally realizes he is exhausted and goes home from the library to sleep.Raymond's desire to go home and get Some rest so that he no longer feels tired is a(n)

Robert becomes anxious during exams.He has found that chewing on the eraser on his pencil while he thinks helps him to calm down.Over time,Robert's pencil chewing is likely To become a(n)

Ming is hiking around a lake to photograph it from a variety of angles,but she forgot to bring water with her.Soon,she cannot concentrate and goes back to her car to satisfy her thirst. Which of the following factors is most likely influencing Ming's behavior in this situation?

Thatcher thinks that anxiety can impair test performance,so he does relaxation exercises before his exam.He is extremely relaxed during the exam and does poorly.Thatcher did not Take into account the complete relationship between physiological activation and performance, As described by

Jenna plans to be an engineer.She also loves taking dance classes and makes time for them even if it means that she must skip a meal or not get much sleep.Jenna's behavior is best Explained by

Hugh is sad that his best friend is studying abroad for the entire academic year.His brother tries to get him to go to some social events,but Hugh does not want to do anything.Hugh's Behavior is not energized,directed,or sustained,and he is lacking

Janelle knows that motivational states are directive,meaning that they

Mauricio's habit of eating chalk to replenish the calcium his body needs is an example of a behavior intended to maintain

Terry's home was destroyed in a hurricane.It is hard to find food,so he is constantly hungry.However,he feels lucky because his family survived and he is together with his loved ones. According to Maslow's theory,Terry's needs are not met,but his Needs are being met.

Vincent is a brilliant artist and is very satisfied with his achievements.However,he has little to eat,lives in poverty,and spends most of his time alone working on his art.Why Would Vincent's life be problematic according to Maslow's need hierarchy?

Ruth has weighed 130 pounds all her adult life.During her pregnancy,she gained 25 pounds. After having her baby,Ruth's weight returned naturally to 130 pounds.For Ruth,130 pounds Is a(n) ,and her body went back to it through the process of .

Cyril is writing an essay on Maslow's need hierarchy.Which of the following should he include as a critique of the theory?

During recess,children are trying to balance a seesaw.If one side is too heavy,a child will get off the heavy side;if one side is too light,a child will get on the light side.The children's Behavior is similar to our biological states as they try to create

From an evolutionary perspective,pleasure the likelihood of survival and reproduction because it .

When he misses lunch,Augustus knows he is experiencing a state of deficiency.Pretty soon, he starts to feel hungry and he goes to a deli to eat.Augustus was motivated to eat because He experienced the psychological state called a(n) ________,which will reduce his state Of deficiency.

Quiz 9: Motivation and Emotion

When explaining the purpose of homeostasis,Dr.Murphy would most likely suggest that it

Luke needs about seven hours of sleep a night.During his spring break,however,he sleeps 10 hours just because he enjoys it so much.Luke's behavior is difficult to explain with Which of the following motivation theories?

Gertrude is close to finishing her degree in biology and was offered several good jobs in her field.However,Gertrude decides that her real dream is to become a carpenter.She quits School and becomes a very happy and successful carpenter.According to Maslow,Gertrude

Raymond is studying for finals and has not slept for almost two days.He finally realizes he is exhausted and goes home from the library to sleep.Raymond's desire to go home and get Some rest so that he no longer feels tired is a(n)

Robert becomes anxious during exams.He has found that chewing on the eraser on his pencil while he thinks helps him to calm down.Over time,Robert's pencil chewing is likely To become a(n)

Ming is hiking around a lake to photograph it from a variety of angles,but she forgot to bring water with her.Soon,she cannot concentrate and goes back to her car to satisfy her thirst. Which of the following factors is most likely influencing Ming's behavior in this situation?

Thatcher thinks that anxiety can impair test performance,so he does relaxation exercises before his exam.He is extremely relaxed during the exam and does poorly.Thatcher did not Take into account the complete relationship between physiological activation and performance, As described by

Jenna plans to be an engineer.She also loves taking dance classes and makes time for them even if it means that she must skip a meal or not get much sleep.Jenna's behavior is best Explained by

Hugh is sad that his best friend is studying abroad for the entire academic year.His brother tries to get him to go to some social events,but Hugh does not want to do anything.Hugh's Behavior is not energized,directed,or sustained,and he is lacking

Janelle knows that motivational states are directive,meaning that they

Mauricio's habit of eating chalk to replenish the calcium his body needs is an example of a behavior intended to maintain

Terry's home was destroyed in a hurricane.It is hard to find food,so he is constantly hungry.However,he feels lucky because his family survived and he is together with his loved ones. According to Maslow's theory,Terry's ________ needs are not met,but his ________ Needs are being met.

Vincent is a brilliant artist and is very satisfied with his achievements.However,he has little to eat,lives in poverty,and spends most of his time alone working on his art.Why Would Vincent's life be problematic according to Maslow's need hierarchy?

Ruth has weighed 130 pounds all her adult life.During her pregnancy,she gained 25 pounds. After having her baby,Ruth's weight returned naturally to 130 pounds.For Ruth,130 pounds Is a(n) ________,and her body went back to it through the process of ________.

Cyril is writing an essay on Maslow's need hierarchy.Which of the following should he include as a critique of the theory?

During recess,children are trying to balance a seesaw.If one side is too heavy,a child will get off the heavy side;if one side is too light,a child will get on the light side.The children's Behavior is similar to our biological states as they try to create

From an evolutionary perspective,pleasure ________ the likelihood of survival and reproduction because it ________.

When he misses lunch,Augustus knows he is experiencing a state of deficiency.Pretty soon, he starts to feel hungry and he goes to a deli to eat.Augustus was motivated to eat because He experienced the psychological state called a(n) ________,which will reduce his state Of deficiency.

Terry's home was destroyed in a hurricane.It is hard to find food,so he is constantly hungry.However,he feels lucky because his family survived and he is together with his loved ones. According to Maslow's theory,Terry's needs are not met,but his Needs are being met.

Ruth has weighed 130 pounds all her adult life.During her pregnancy,she gained 25 pounds. After having her baby,Ruth's weight returned naturally to 130 pounds.For Ruth,130 pounds Is a(n) ,and her body went back to it through the process of .

From an evolutionary perspective,pleasure the likelihood of survival and reproduction because it .