Question 1

Some researchers believe that a reward deficiency syndrome contributes to

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A)   schizophrenia.
B)   amygdala lesions.
C)   muscular paralysis.
D)   substance use disorders.

Question 2

If Professor Kosiba surgically removed the amygdala of a laboratory rat,the rat would most likely become

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A)   hungry.
B)   sexually aroused.
C)   physically uncoordinated.
D)   less aggressive.

Question 3

Describe specific functions of our older brain structures,which reveal that our brains are responsible for much more than simply our capacity to think.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

The best way to detect enlarged fluid-filled brain regions in some patients who have schizophrenia is to use a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)   EEG.
B)   MRI.
C)   PET scan.
D)   brain lesion.

Question 5

The amygdala consists of emotion-linked neural clusters in the

Accepted Answer

A)   brainstem.
B)   reticular formation.
C)   limbic system.
D)   cerebellum.

Question 6

Which of the following would be particularly useful for detecting the brain areas that are most active as a person performs mathematical calculations?

Accepted Answer

A)   a brain lesion
B)   enlarged ventricles
C)   a PET scan
D)   an MRI scan

Question 7

Research has suggested that a reward deficiency syndrome may contribute to

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A)   insomnia.
B)   substance use disorders.
C)   schizophrenia.
D)   Parkinson's disease.

Question 8

Which brain structure relays information from the eyes to the visual cortex?

Accepted Answer

A)   thalamus
B)   amygdala
C)   medulla
D)   cerebellum

Question 9

With assistance from the ________,the cerebellum coordinates ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   hypothalamus;hunger and thirst
B)   amygdala;heartbeat and breathing
C)   pons;voluntary movement
D)   medulla;fear and rage

Question 10

Which nerve network traveling through the brainstem plays an important role in controlling arousal?

Accepted Answer

A)   reticular formation
B)   hypothalamus
C)   cerebellum
D)   medulla

Question 11

Along with the basal ganglia,the ________ enables nonverbal learning and skill memory.

Accepted Answer

A)   amygdala
B)   cerebellum
C)   hypothalamus
D)   nucleus accumbens

Question 12

After Kato's serious motorcycle accident,doctors detected damage to his cerebellum.Kato is most likely to have difficulty

Accepted Answer

A)   reading printed words.
B)   understanding what others are saying.
C)   tasting the flavors of foods.
D)   playing his guitar.

Question 13

The activity of the hypothalamus most directly influences

Accepted Answer

A)   thirst.
B)   muscular coordination.
C)   memory.
D)   vision.

Question 14

Becky feels dizzy often and has trouble keeping her balance.Which brain structure is associated with this function?

Accepted Answer

A)   cerebral cortex
B)   cerebellum
C)   amygdala
D)   pons

Question 15

Using magnetic fields and radio waves to produce computer‑generated images of the brain's soft tissues is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)   MRI scan.
B)   EEG.
C)   brain lesion.
D)   PET scan.

Question 16

To demonstrate that brain stimulation can make a rat violently aggressive,a neuroscientist should electrically stimulate the rat's

Accepted Answer

A)   reticular formation.
B)   cerebellum.
C)   medulla.
D)   amygdala.

Question 17

Dr.Rapport conducts research to better understand how different regions of the brain work together.He is also interested in the causes of psychological disorders.Which of the following techniques is he likely to implement in his research?

Accepted Answer

A)   analyses of functional connectivity
B)   optogenetics
C)   MEG
D)   PsychENCODE

Question 18

After experiencing a series of head injuries while playing professional football,Arie has begun to struggle with remembering the names of friends and even family members.His memory difficulties are most likely to be due to damage to his

Accepted Answer

A)   hippocampus.
B)   medulla.
C)   amygdala.
D)   hypothalamus.

Question 19

The amygdala is responsible for the regulation of

Accepted Answer

A)   survival mechanisms.
B)   hunger.
C)   balance.
D)   emotion.

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If Professor Kosiba surgically removed the amygdala of a laboratory rat,the rat would most likely become

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To demonstrate that brain stimulation can make a rat violently aggressive,a neuroscientist should electrically stimulate the rat's

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