Question

2. The most effective goals are highly specific and challenging. a. True b. False 3. Insulin increases the flow of glucose and several other nutrients into body cells. a. True b. False 4. Bulimia nervosa occurs only in cultures that have a strong Western influence. a. True b. False 5. The anatomy of part of the brain differs on average between homosexual and heterosexual men. a. True b. False 6. According to the drive theory of motivation, what is motivation? a. A tendency to maintain biological conditions close to their optimum level b. A stimulus that pulls the individual toward an action c. An irritation that energizes behavior to remove the irritation d. An attempt to prepare for future needs. 7. Which term refers to the tendency to maintain constant temperature, weight, and body water? a. Belongingness b. Homeostasis c. Incentives d. Self-actualization

Answer 1

1. True. For goals to be effective they should be specific and challenging. Goals should be challenging enough to not lead to boredom but should not be so challenging that they are impossible to achieve.

2. True. Insulin, a hormone secreted by pancreas increases the flow of glucose and other nutrients in the body.

3. False. While bulimi nervosa may be more common in certain cultures, it can occur anywhere.

4. False. The anatomy of both heterosexual's and homosexual's brain is identitical. Certain biological differences in functionality exist.