Lifespan Exam 3

It is estimated that it will cost middle-income parents about ____ to raise a child born in 2012 from birth through high school. Select one: a. $240,000 b. $80,000 c. $800,000 d. $180,000

$240,000

When an individual's personality type and job match, they tend to be: Select one: a. less productive in the short run but have more stable career paths in the long run. b. more productive in the short run and have more stable career paths in the long run. c. less productive in the short run and have less stable career paths in the long run. d. more productive in the short run but have less stable career paths in the long run.

.b more productive in the short run and have more stable career paths in the long run

Research has indicated that when a high school student begins to work over ____ hours a week at a part-time job during the school year, academic problems may arise. a. 20 b. 5 c. 15 d. 10

C.15

Surveys indicate that nearly one in every ____ couples in the United States meet online. Select one: a. 5 b. 15 c. 20 d. 10

a. 5

Which individual has likely resolved intimacy issues before identity issues? Select one: a. A woman who married at 22, had children, and went to college at 30 b. A woman who joined the military at 20 c. A man who joined the work force at 18, and got married at 25 d. A high school student who is picking out a college at 17

a. A woman who married at 22, had children, and went to college at 30

Abby is 16, and Andy is 5. Both exhibit egocentrism. How is this egocentrism MOST likely to differ between them? Select one: a. Abby knows that other people have different perspectives than her own. b. Andy is going to exhibit more self-interest. c. Abby has reached achievement in most areas. d. Andy is more likely to exhibit the illusion of vulnerability.

a. Abby knows that other people have different perspectives than her own.

Which statement concerning ethnic identity development is TRUE? Select one: a. Adolescents who have achieved an ethnic identity tend to have greater self-esteem. b. A sense of ethnic identity does not appear to correlate to school performance. c. Identification with a mainstream culture weakens one's ethnic identity. d. Biracial identities do not exist in our modern-day world.

a. Adolescents who have achieved an ethnic identity tend to have greater self-esteem.

Who would Erikson say is MOST capable of true intimacy? Select one: a. Aileen, who has a clear sense of identity b. Cindy, who is overdependent on her boyfriend c. Harrison, who is 16 years old d. Burt, who will go out with different people but finds it scary to go out with someone more than a couple of times

a. Aileen, who has a clear sense of identity

Thirty-six-year-old Alexander and 25-year-old Jonathan are typical first-time fathers. It would be expected that: Select one: a. Alexander will spend more time with his child than Jonathan. b. Alexander and Jonathan will spend about the same amount of time with their children. c. Jonathan will spend more time with his child if his child is male and Alexander's is female. d. Jonathan will spend more time with his child than Alexander.

a. Alexander will spend more time with his child than Jonathan.

Carrie is a full-time physician and Ken is a full-time schoolteacher. Who likely does most of the housework and childcare? Select one: a. Carrie b. Carrie and Ken probably do about the same amount of housework. c. Their children probably take on most of the housework and babysitting. d. Ken

a. Carrie

The rate of osteoporosis is directly affected by the metabolism rate of vitamin ____. Select one: a. D b. C c. B d. A

a. D

According to the textbook, which of these is NOT a key factor in selecting an appropriate care site for one's children or parents? Select one: a. Distance from work b. Quality of care c. Hours of availability d. Price

a. Distance from work

Which parents are MOST likely to raise a teenager with strong identity achievement status? Select one: a. Jill and Tim, who encourage autonomy in their children b. Gloria and Jay, who discourage experimentation in their children c. Lois and Hal, who encourage conformity in their children d. Frankie and Mike, who continue to strictly enforce childhood rules

a. Jill and Tim, who encourage autonomy in their children

Which statement concerning the origins of sexual orientation is TRUE? Select one: a. Lesbian attraction to other females tends to occur later than gay male same-sex attraction. b. Gay males tend to reject anything that they classify as "feminine." c. Interest in the same sex tends to occur much later in males. d. A "lesbian gene" has been found.

a. Lesbian attraction to other females tends to occur later than gay male same-sex attraction.

Sixty-year-old Norbert says, "When I was a teenager, I could eat five big meals a day and still feel hungry. Now a couple of snacks can get me through the day." What BEST accounts for this age-related change? Select one: a. Lower metabolic rate b. Addition of muscle mass c. Drop in thiamine level d. Higher blood sugar

a. Lower metabolic rate

How are menopause and the climacteric related? Select one: a. Menopause occurs during the climacteric. b. The climacteric typically ends right before menopause. c. Menopause and the climacteric are unrelated. d. Menopause typically ends right before the climacteric.

a. Menopause occurs during the climacteric.

Based on research, which statement BEST summarizes how middle-aged adults solve problems? Select one: a. Middle-aged adults solve problems differently depending on the type of problem. b. Middle-aged adults solve all problems with a problem-focused approach. c. Middle-aged adults solve all problems with a passive-dependent approach. d. Middle-aged adults solve problems similarly regardless of the emotional issues involved.

a. Middle-aged adults solve problems differently depending on the type of problem.

Which statement regarding the findings of the Big Five study conducted by Srivastava and colleagues (2003) is TRUE? Select one: a. Openness to new experiences decreased over time. b. Extroversion increased over time. c. Agreeableness decreased over time. d. Conscientiousness was stable throughout adulthood.

a. Openness to new experiences decreased over time. Perhaps this helps explains why people tend to become more politically conservative with age.

Fluid intelligence consists of abilities that: Select one: a. allow for more flexible and adaptive thinking. b. are considered primary mental abilities but not secondary mental abilities. c. include verbal skills but not inductive or abstract thinking. d. are acquired throughout the life span.

a. allow for more flexible and adaptive thinking.

When confronted with a problem in his relationship with his wife, Frank scoffs it off, saying "Ahhh, that's not really an issue...it will work itself out." This is probably BEST classified as: Select one: a. avoidant thinking. b. passive-dependent behavior. c. problem-focused action. d. cognitive analysis.

a. avoidant thinking.

Postformal adult thinkers differ from adolescent formal operational thinkers in that the adults are more likely to: Select one: a. consider situational circumstances. b. use deductive logic. c. be swayed by their own experience. d. make quick decisions on complex problems.

a. consider situational circumstances.

Penn and Teller have been friends for many years. In the past few months, however, they seem to have less in common, and Teller has been thinking more about hanging out with a potential new friend. Penn and Teller appear to be in the ____ stage of friendship development. Select one: a. deterioration b. continuation c. buildup d. acquaintanceship

a. deterioration

Socioeconomic status and ____ are the two MOST important social influences on health. Select one: a. education b. marital status c. occupation d. religious status

a. education

Even though Jennings is only 22 years old, he is already the "king of trivia." If Jennings is typical, his ability to do well in trivia games will MOST likely: Select one: a. increase with age. b. remain the same throughout his life. c. decline with age. d. increase until he is about 40, then decline dramatically.

a. increase with age.

Mature thinkers tend to: Select one: a. integrate emotion and logic in decision-making. b. view rules as absolute. c. realize that tolerance and ambiguity have no place in decision making. d. view personal experience as the most critical element in decision making.

a. integrate emotion and logic in decision-making.

The neural efficiency hypothesis states that: Select one: a. intelligent people show weaker neural activations in a smaller number of brain areas than less intelligent people. b. intelligent people show weaker neural activations in a larger number of brain areas than less intelligent people. c. intelligent people show stronger neural activations in a smaller number of brain areas than less intelligent people. d. intelligent people show stronger neural activations in a larger number of brain areas than less intelligent people.

a. intelligent people show weaker neural activations in a smaller number of brain areas than less intelligent people.

A global study of parental leave showed that generous parental leave policies: Select one: a. lowered infant mortality rates. b. increased work-based child care programs. c. increased employees' work involvement. d. created parents who never returned to work.

a. lowered infant mortality rates.

Unless they are poor, women are ____ than men. Select one: a. more likely to initiate a divorce and less likely to remarry b. less likely to initiate a divorce and less likely to remarry c. less likely to initiate a divorce and more likely to remarry d. more likely to initiate a divorce and more likely to remarry

a. more likely to initiate a divorce and less likely to remarry

The drop in self-esteem often found when children first enter middle school appears to be due to: Select one: a. peer comparisons. b. the illusion of invulnerability. c. the acquisition of concrete operational thinking. d. changes in ethnic identity.

a. peer comparisons

Angela was a teacher who spent lots of time preparing lessons and grading papers, but she hadn't been expecting teaching to take so much of her time and energy. Her education had not prepared her for what teaching would really be like. If she represents the average worker, her most likely reactions would involve: Select one: a. reality shock. b. suing the company. c. resolve to change the system. d. dropping her friendships.

a. reality shock.

The negative impact following unemployment can be eliminated through: Select one: a. reemployment. b. career plateauing. c. reeducation. d. career counseling.

a. reemployment.

Yacef suddenly finds himself newly married and out of school with a new job. Yacef is experiencing: Select one: a. role transition. b. fluid intelligence. c. possible selves. d. reflective judgment.

a. role transition.

Which dual-career conflict statement is TRUE? Select one: a. Dual-career couples tend to have the fewest work role conflicts. b. Burnout from work and parenting has a greater impact on working women. c. The United States is one of the few countries in which the division of labor between men and women is so equitable that it does not lead to conflict. d. The amount of time a couple spends together is the most important predictor of conflict.

b. Burnout from work and parenting has a greater impact on working women.

Harvey is 32 years old, extroverted, very conscientious, and not open to experience. Based on the longitudinal research of Costa and McCrae's personality dimensions, what will Harvey be like when he is 62 years old? Select one: a. Not extroverted, conscientious, and not open to experience b. Extroverted, conscientious, and not open to experience c. Extroverted, not conscientious, and not open to experience d. Extroverted, conscientious, and open to experience

b. Extroverted, conscientious, and not open to experience

Which of these is NOT a source of meaning in grandparenting? Select one: a. Being valued as a role model b. Giving money to grandchildren for college c. Being seen as wise d. Spoiling grandchildren

b. Giving money to grandchildren for college

Which of these is NOT considered a dimension of a successful marriage? Select one: a. Perceived marital satisfaction b. Longevity of the marriage c. Sufficient marital adjustment d. High marital quality

b. Longevity of the marriage

Which factor seems to be the BEST predictor of healthy post-divorce relationships? Select one: a. An inability to forgive the ex-spouse b. Low preoccupation with the ex-spouse c. Having children d. High income levels

b. Low preoccupation with the ex-spouse

Candice drives big-rig trucks for a living. How is she likely to be viewed by other adults? Select one: a. Males will view her negatively; females will view her positively. b. Males and females will view her negatively. c. Males and females will view her positively. d. Males will view her positively; females will view her negatively.

b. Males and females will view her negatively.

Why is part-time work among teens associated with unrealistic expectations about how income can be allocated? Select one: a. The high pay they receive at these jobs sets up unrealistic expectations about "real" pay. b. Parents customarily pay for many of the essential expenses, leaving working adolescents with a higher percentage of their income available for discretionary spending. c. They tend to save significantly more during these times than after they get a full-time job. d. The money that teens make today is worth less than the same amount will be worth in the future.

b. Parents customarily pay for many of the essential expenses, leaving working adolescents with a higher percentage of their income available for discretionary spending.

What constitutes the highest level of thinking in adulthood? Select one: a. Hypothetical-deductive thought b. Postformal thought c. Conventional thought d. Sensorimotor thought

b. Postformal thought

Which is NOT one of the three components of love, according to Sternberg? Select one: a. Intimacy b. Sociability c. Passion d. Commitment

b. Sociability

Which statement concerning children and marital satisfaction is TRUE? Select one: a. Couples with children show a decline in marital satisfaction, while those without children show an increase. b. The birth of a child is usually viewed as a positive event, even though it is associated with a decrease in marital satisfaction. c. Couples who are child-free due to infertility tend to have high levels of marital satisfaction. d. Couples who are child-free due to infertility tend to have high levels of marital satisfaction.

b. The birth of a child is usually viewed as a positive event, even though it is associated with a decrease in marital satisfaction.

Exercise: Select one: a. should be avoided by people over 50 years old. b. can significantly slow the aging process. c. is beneficial to health but does not affect the aging process. d. is not related to physical health.

b. can significantly slow the aging process.

The notion of a "midlife crisis" is: Select one: a. uncommon in the popular press and unsupported by research. b. common in the popular press but unsupported by research. c. uncommon in the popular press but supported by research. d. common in the popular press and supported by research.

b. common in the popular press but unsupported by research.

In order to qualify as a "postformal thinker," one must be able to accept: Select one: a. experience as the source of all knowledge. b. contradiction as normal. c. the existence of a single truth. d. egocentric thought as a necessity.

b. contradiction as normal.

Nicola is 18 years old and engages in many risky behaviors. For example, she drives very fast and recklessly, and does not use any protection when having sex. If Nicola is a typical adolescent, these behaviors will ____ when she gets older. Select one: a. slightly increase in frequency b. decrease in frequency c. remain at the same frequency level d. significantly increase in frequency

b. decrease in frequency

A decline in the frequency of leisure activities is associated with: Select one: a. ADHD. b. depression. c. an increase in household chores. d. perceived competence.

b. depression.

The desire to live life more fully by experiencing physically and emotionally threatening situations is known as: Select one: a. multidimensionality. b. edgework. c. a rite of passage. d. plasticity.

b. edgework.

When asked, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" ten-year-old Sanjay says, "My dad says I should be a doctor, so I guess that's what I'll be." According to Marcia, Sanjay is best thought of as being in a state of identity: Select one: a. diffusion. b. foreclosure. c. achievement. d. moratorium.

b. foreclosure.

Research suggests that higher intelligence in young adulthood: Select one: a. does not impact the organization of brain structures. b. is related to lower mortality in middle age. c. does not provide a health advantage over the course of one's life. d. is related to neuron pruning that significantly reduces mental flexibility.

b. is related to lower mortality in middle age.

Richard has just been told by his physician that he should cut back on the amount of fat in his diet. His physician is MOST likely concerned about the high amount of ____ in Richard's blood. Select one: a. vitamin D b. low-density lipoproteins c. high-density lipoproteins d. carbohydrates

b. low-density lipoproteins

Loss of a job is most likely to negatively impact men who are: Select one: a. retirement-aged. b. middle-aged. c. early in their career. d. college-aged.

b. middle-aged.

Research has found that: Select one: a. there is a negative correlation between frequency of leisure activities and social acceptance. b. the positive impacts of a vacation can be eliminated by the workload created by the vacation. c. the more extreme leisure activity a spouse chooses, the less likelihood of it creating family conflict. d. participation in leisure activities tend to weaken family attachments.

b. the positive impacts of a vacation can be eliminated by the workload created by the vacation.

Research shows that men prefer to date women who are in ____ careers. Select one: a. skilled trade b. traditional c. nontraditional d. part-time

b. traditional

It is ____ for an adult child caregiver to feel resentful and angry at times about caring for an aging parent. Select one: a. somewhat unusual b. very common c. somewhat common d. very unusual

b. very common

Worldwide, about 10 percent to about ____ percent of women report being physically assaulted or raped. Select one: a. 55 b. 40 c. 70 d. 25

c. 70

According to research presented in the text, what can be done to keep a marriage happy for a long time? Select one: a. Be up-front about one's issues with one's spouse b. Do not intrude on one's spouse's private life c. Be forgiving d. Confide in friends

c. Be forgiving

Which factor is thought to increase the risk of a male or female perpetrating dating violence? Select one: a. Having depression b. Being popular among same-age peers c. Being exposed to violence at home d. Having a brother

c. Being exposed to violence at home

In the ____ stage of identity status, an individual is overwhelmed yet does little to accomplish the task of identity formation. Select one: a. achievement b. foreclosure c. diffusion d. moratorium

c. Diffusion

According to researchers, which of these is NOT one of the four common meanings people derive from work? Select one: a. Fulfillment b. Union with others c. Economic independence d. Developing self

c. Economic independence

What is the defining characteristic of adolescent-limited antisocial behavior? Select one: a. Consistently engaging in violent acts b. Engaging in minor criminal acts over a short period of time c. Engaging in minor criminal acts over a long period of time d. Consistently engaging in a specific sex act

c. Engaging in minor criminal acts over a long period of time

Which phrase BEST describes the typical pattern of marital satisfaction from honeymoon through retirement? Select one: a. High to medium to low b. Medium to high to low c. High to low to high d. Low to medium to high

c. High to low to high

Which statement concerning the origins of sexual orientation is TRUE? Select one: a. A "lesbian gene" has been found. b. Interest in the same sex tends to occur much later in males. c. Lesbian attraction to other females tends to occur later than gay male same-sex attraction. d. Gay males tend to reject anything that they classify as "feminine."

c. Lesbian attraction to other females tends to occur later than gay male same-sex attraction.

Who is at the greatest risk of currently experiencing osteoporosis? Select one: a. George, who is a 30-year-old male b. Abe, who is a 70-year-old male c. Mary, who is a 60-year-old female d. Martha, who is a 20-year-old female

c. Mary, who is a 60-year-old female

How are mentoring and generativity related? Select one: a. Individuals who mentor are less likely to express generativity. b. Mentoring is done by the employee, and generativity is done by the employer. c. Mentoring is one avenue for achieving generativity. d. Generativity causes mentoring.

c. Mentoring is one avenue for achieving generativity.

Shelly is a 46-year-old woman whose menstrual cycle has changed and is now more irregular and infrequent. Which term BEST describes Shelly's condition? Select one: a. Midlife crisis b. Encapsulated c. Perimenopause d. Menopause

c. Perimenopause

Although she is well-liked within the organization and in no danger of losing her job, Tammy has not been promoted for some time due to the fact that she has not kept up with the technological advances in her field. Tammy is most likely experiencing: Select one: a. the glass ceiling. b. vocational maturity. c. a career plateau. d. burnout.

c. a career plateau.

Merlin believes that he can get what he wants if he tries hard enough. This indicates that he has ____ sense of personal control. Select one: a. a moderate b. no c. a high d. a low

c. a high

Aaron is upset because his state tournament qualifying tennis doubles teammate Clay just transferred to a new high school across town that has a top-flight tennis program. When his coach attempts to console Aaron, he tells him, "It's no use—you couldn't possibly know how I feel. No one knows how I feel!" Aaron's statement is an example of: Select one: a. an imaginary audience. b. learned helplessness. c. a personal fable. d. moratorium.

c. a personal fable.

Research has indicated that the most critical factors in determining whether a formerly employed woman with a preschooler returns to work are her financial need and her level of: Select one: a. vocational maturity. b. maternal instinct. c. attachment to her job. d. self-esteem.

c. attachment to her job.

Someone who knows the answers to all the questions on a quiz show would be exhibiting: Select one: a. reflective judgment. b. fluid intelligence. c. crystallized intelligence. d. postformal thought.

c. crystallized intelligence.

According to Holland, people choose occupations that optimize: Select one: a. the fit with personality. b. socialization. c. income. d. intellect.

c. income.

According to the vulnerability-stress-adaptation model of marriage, marital quality: Select one: a. means there is one strong member of a couple and one weak member. b. is predicted by the age of the couple at marriage. c. is a dynamic process resulting from a couple's ability to handle stress. d. declines when couples are "too" alike.

c. is a dynamic process resulting from a couple's ability to handle stress.

The greatest discrepancy in household task performance in heterosexual couples is found when males endorse ____ gender roles for themselves. Select one: a. no b. androgynous c. masculine d. feminine

c. masculine

Seventeen-year-old Orion develops an interest in astronomy. If he is in Super's specification stage of career development, his next step would MOST likely involve: Select one: a. determining whether he has a personality type suited for work as an astronomer. b. trying to get a handle on other aspects of his life (e.g., relationships). c. signing up for a course in basic astronomy. d. taking a full-time job at an observatory.

c. signing up for a course in basic astronomy.

Darren wants to be out of graduate school by age 25, married by age 30, and retired by age 50. This is an example of a: Select one: a. life story. b. personal control belief. c. social clock. d. life-span construct.

c. social clock.

According to the textbook, _____ risk increases the longer _____ lasts. Select one: a. loss of control; occupation tenure b. divorce; job retraining c. suicide; unemployment d. job loss; work-family conflict

c. suicide; unemployment

Consider the following factors: doing well in school, having parents who discipline, and being liked by one's peers. How many contribute to an adolescent's level of self-esteem? Select one: a. two b. none c. three d. one

c. three

As a typical American male, which of Bob's reasons for filing for divorce would be the MOST typical? Select one: a. "My wife is one of those Women's Libbers." b. "I drink too much." c. "I hate my in-laws." d. "My wife had an affair."

d. "My wife had an affair."

Who is MOST likely to have the highest self-esteem? Select one: a. A 16-year-old b. A 12-year-old c. An 8-year-old d. A 4-year-old

d. A 4-year-old

Which individual is exhibiting a moratorium in the process of developing an identity? Select one: a. Bobby, who has been in the same career for 25 years b. Jan, who is doing what her parents want her to do c. Greg, who refuses to consider different career paths d. Cindy, who has changed careers several times

d. Cindy, who has changed careers several times

Which term BEST describes the typical relationship between occupational and family roles? Select one: a. Unilateral b. Similar c. Compatible d. Conflicting

d. Conflicting

Earlier in his career, Monte was most interested in climbing the corporate ladder and making as much money as he could. Now, Monte is most interested in mentoring younger business professionals, helping them become better at what they do, and thus helping the company flourish. Which BEST describes the change in Monte? Select one: a. A fun-seeking style b. A distant style c. Openness to experience d. Generativity

d. Generativity

Which statement about the development of job satisfaction is TRUE? Select one: a. Blue-collar workers' level of job satisfaction rises quicker than that of white-collar workers. b. When older workers begin to make work less of a focus in their lives, it takes more to keep them satisfied with work. c. Job satisfaction decreases when responsibility is increased. d. Job satisfaction tends to increase gradually with age.

d. Job satisfaction tends to increase gradually with age.

Nina feels like she is being pulled apart from two different directions. On the one hand, she has her two daughters to take care of, and on the other hand, she now has to also take care of her ailing mother and father. Which term BEST describes the situation in which Nina finds herself? Select one: a. High neuroticism b. Practical intelligence c. Cultural conservator d. Sandwich generation

d. Sandwich generation

What is the name for the process one experiences when evaluating one's own ability to cope with a challenge? Select one: a. Post-appraisal b. Reappraisal c. Primary appraisal d. Secondary appraisal

d. Secondary appraisal

The metabolic slowdown common to individuals in their early 30s and mid-50s will lead to ____ in many males. Select one: a. gray hair b. hair loss c. wrinkles d. a middle-aged bulge

d. a middle-aged bulge

Aniston's decision to stay home from school because she thinks everyone will notice a pimple she recently discovered on her chin serves as an excellent example of: Select one: a. a personal fable. b. hypothetical-deductive thinking. c. role confusion. d. an imaginary audience.

d. an imaginary audience

Coping is defined as any: Select one: a. attempt to deal with stress that is repeated on at least two occasions. b. rational attempt to deal with stress. c. successful attempt to deal with stress. d. attempt to deal with stress.

d. attempt to deal with stress.

Ashley is 35 years old and just had her first baby. She is less likely to ____ than younger mothers. Select one: a. be sensitive to her baby's needs b. be affectionate toward her baby c. spend time with the baby d. be anxious about being a parent

d. be anxious about being a parent

Rhett and Scarlet have a relationship characterized by a lifetime of marriage characterized by little physical desire and no sharing of thoughts or feelings. This relationship is BEST described as one of strong: Select one: a. passion. b. intimacy. c. infatuation. d. commitment.

d. commitment

An individual characterizing what Erikson called "stagnation" is unable to: Select one: a. make meaningful appraisals concerning hassles. b. think in an encapsulated manner. c. form a superego. d. contribute to a society's continuation.

d. contribute to a society's continuation

Gallo drinks exactly two glasses of wine per day. As a result, Gallo can expect to: Select one: a. end up in a treatment center for alcoholism. b. be at risk for cardiovascular disease. c. be labeled a binge drinker. d. experience some health-related benefits from his actions.

d. experience some health-related benefits from his actions.

Having a positive experience of an empty nest is MOST strongly influenced by: Select one: a. how much financial help parents provide to their children. b. how much emotional support parents provide for their children. c. how quickly children move back into the house. d. how well parents believe they did in their job as parents.

d. how well parents believe they did in their job as parents.

Fifty-year-old Esmeralda has been a heavy smoker since her youth. In addition, she lives in a sunny climate and always has a deep tan. You would expect that she has ____ than most other people her age. Select one: a. more gray hair b. a larger middle-aged bulge c. less hair d. more wrinkles

d. more wrinkles

Crystallization involves using one's emerging identity as the basis for assessing: Select one: a. intelligence. b. risk for mental illness. c. self-esteem. d. possible careers.

d. possible careers.

Crystallization involves using one's emerging identity as the basis for assessing: Select one: a. self-esteem. b. intelligence. c. risk for mental illness. d. possible careers.

d. possible careers.

The _____ is not fully developed until the mid-twenties. Select one: a. amygdala b. hippocampus c. thalamus d. prefrontal cortex

d. prefrontal cortex

Neuroimaging evidence indicates the integration of emotion and logic takes place in the _____ and the _____. Select one: a. anterior cortex; parietal cortex b. dopamine pathways; limbic system c. temporal cortex; pituitary gland d. prefrontal cortex; anterior insula

d. prefrontal cortex; anterior insula

Tabitha just had a conversation with her boss in which he told her that there would be some future layoffs due to budget cuts. Tabitha feels an increase in stress due to the conversation with her boss. She would be best described as experiencing: Select one: a. post-appraisal. b. reappraisal. c. secondary appraisal. d. primary appraisal.

d. primary appraisal.

Adolescent egocentrism is characterized by excessive: Select one: a. convergence. b. achievement. c. depression. d. self-absorption.

d. self-absorption.

The MOST likely sensory change between ages 25 and 50 would involve: Select one: a. a diminished ability to experience pain. b. the loss of ability to taste sour foods. c. having trouble seeing things that are near. d. the inability to hear high-pitched sounds.

d. the inability to hear high-pitched sounds.

For most people, the decision to remain permanently single is: Select one: a. due to the untimely death of their "one true love." b. made in the teenage years. c. driven by economic factors. d. the result of gradual circumstances, not a lifestyle choice.

d. the result of gradual circumstances, not a lifestyle choice.