Question 1

Of the four types of brain wave patterns, theta is the slowest.

Accepted Answer

Delta waves are the slowest brain wave pattern, not theta waves. Delta waves are typically associated with deep sleep, while theta waves are associated with light sleep, meditation, and creativity.

Question 2

Children diagnosed with ______ have a higher likelihood of becoming criminal than do their peers.

Accepted Answer

Children diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) have been found to have a higher likelihood of engaging in criminal behavior compared to their peers. This is often attributed to the impulsivity and difficulty in following rules that can be associated with ADHD.

Question 3

______ is when individuals with very low levels of ANS arousal seek out risky or illegal experience.

Accepted Answer

Stimulus hunger refers to the phenomenon where individuals with low levels of autonomic nervous system (ANS) arousal seek out intense, risky, or illegal experiences to stimulate their sensory and emotional experience. This concept is often discussed in the context of sensation-seeking behavior.

Question 4

Psychopaths tend to have more activity in the ______ patterns

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

An individual with a low level of ANS functioning is less likely to commit criminal acts than an individual with a high level of ANS functioning.

Accepted Answer

Individuals with a low level of Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) functioning are often less responsive to stress and do not experience the normal levels of anxiety or fear that deter risky behaviors, which can correlate with a higher propensity for committing criminal acts compared to individuals with higher ANS functioning.

Question 6

Most of the twin pairs in the twins-separated-at-birth studies ______.

Accepted Answer

Most twins in these studies were raised in different environments to assess the influence of genetics versus environment on various traits and behaviors.

Question 7

High levels of testosterone have numerous consequences.Which of the following is NOT one of those consequences?

Accepted Answer

Testosterone is often associated with increased risk-taking behaviors rather than an aversion to them. Choices A, B, and D are considered potential effects of high testosterone levels, including lower sensitivity to pain, a tendency towards seeking sensory stimulation, and a shift in brain dominance towards the right hemisphere.

Question 8

One of the first major studies of the XYY mutation was done in 1965.This study found that the mutation was far more common in the ______ male population of mental patients that in the general population.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One of the first major studies of...

Question 9

Individuals with significantly lower levels of ANS arousal are ______ to pass lie detector tests.

Accepted Answer

Individuals with significantly lower levels of Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) arousal are more likely to pass lie detector tests because these tests measure physiological responses (like heart rate, blood pressure, and sweating) that are controlled by the ANS. Lower levels of arousal can result in fewer detectable physiological responses to lying, making it harder for the lie detector to identify deception.

Question 10

Chronic violent offenders have different levels of hormones and other chemicals than do those in the general population.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that chronic violent offenders often have different levels of certain hormones and chemicals, such as testosterone and serotonin, compared to the general population, which can influence aggression and impulse control.

Question 11

Compared to the children in other families, the Kallikak children showed ______ proportionality of becoming criminal.

Accepted Answer

The Kallikak family study, conducted by psychologist Henry H. Goddard, suggested a higher proportionality of becoming criminal among the descendants of the "feeble-minded" branch of the family, compared to the general population or other families not identified as "feeble-minded." This study has been widely criticized for its methodology and conclusions, but according to Goddard's findings, the answer is higher.

Question 12

The dissection of the brain of serial killer ______ failed to locate an organic explanation of his behavior.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Everyone shares about ______ of their human genetic makeup.

Accepted Answer

Humans share about 99% of their genetic makeup with each other, which accounts for the high degree of similarity among humans in terms of physical appearance and biological functions.

Question 14

There are four types of brain wave patterns.The fastest wave pattern is ______, and the slowest is ______.

Accepted Answer

Beta waves are the fastest brain wave pattern, associated with active, alert, or concentrating states, while delta waves are the slowest, associated with deep sleep.

Question 15

Research on neurotransmitters is among the early studies that led to support of the biological effect on offending.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

______ twins have a higher concordance rate than ______.

Accepted Answer

Identical twins share 100% of their genes, while fraternal twins share about 50%, similar to regular siblings. Therefore, identical twins are more likely to exhibit similar traits or disorders (higher concordance rate) than fraternal twins.

Question 17

The 'normal' chromosomal makeup for women is ______.

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

The Mednick study found that the highest predictability for future criminality was among adopted youth whose biological parents and adoptive parents were convicted of a crime.

Accepted Answer

The Mednick study indeed found that adopted youth had the highest predictability for future criminality when both their biological and adoptive parents had a history of criminal convictions, suggesting the interaction of genetic predispositions and environmental factors in the development of criminal behavior.

Question 19

Children with below average levels of ______ functioning probably do not fear punishment.

Accepted Answer

The autonomic nervous system is responsible for regulating involuntary body functions, including the fight-or-flight response, which is linked to fear and anxiety. Children with below average autonomic nervous system functioning may not experience fear or anxiety in response to punishment.

Question 20

Female hormones are more present in the body ______, thus verbal tasks performed during this time will be better.

Accepted Answer

Female hormones, particularly estrogen, tend to fluctuate throughout the day and are generally higher in the afternoon or evening. This can influence cognitive functions, including verbal tasks, potentially enhancing performance during these times.

Quiz 5: Modern Biosocial Perspectives of Criminal Behavior