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Jonas has experienced a relatively severe right hemisphere stroke.As a result,he has been diagnosed with hemineglect.That is,he is unable to notice anything on the left side of his body.The location of the stroke is most likely within the __________ lobes.


A) frontal
B) parietal
C) temporal
D) occipital

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The idea that the brain is extremely malleable and is continuously changing as a result of injury,experiences,or substances is known as


A) myelination.
B) genetics.
C) plasticity.
D) phenotype.

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What might happen to a person born with a dysfunction of the endocrine system?


A) The person would have difficulty controlling motor movements.
B) The person would experience problems with sexual development and sexual behavior.
C) The person would have difficulty interpreting emotional expressions.
D) The person would experience problems with emotional arousal.

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One part of the neuron covers and protects it much like bark that covers the trunk of a tree.In a neuron this protective covering is called the


A) terminal buttons.
B) axon.
C) dendrites.
D) myelin sheath.

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Endocrine glands release


A) neurotransmitters.
B) receptors.
C) hormones.
D) glutamate.

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The brain structure that is associated with the formation of memories is the


A) thalamus.
B) cerebellum.
C) hippocampus.
D) hypothalamus.

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At this very moment,you are using your nervous system to help you read and understand this question.Describe the three functions of the nervous system by explaining how you are using each function right now as you answer this question.

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The action of neurotransmitters is __________ by agonists and is __________ by antagonists.


A) increased; decreased
B) decreased; increased
C) increased; not affected by
D) not affected by; decreased

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The part of the brain that is responsible for the sense of touch and for picturing the layout of spaces in the environment is the __________ lobes.


A) frontal
B) parietal
C) temporal
D) occipital

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Distinguish between the functions of the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system.

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After an action potential is fired,it travels quickly along the


A) terminal buttons.
B) synapse.
C) receptors.
D) axon.

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Nasim is driving on a snow-covered road,and her car begins to slide.The quick behavioral response and the increased heart rate and respiration she experiences are most likely due to the __________ nervous system.The feeling of relief and decrease in heart rate and respiration once she has the car under control again are most likely due to the __________ nervous system.


A) parasympathetic; sympathetic
B) sympathetic; parasympathetic
C) autonomic; somatic
D) somatic; autonomic

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When inactive,the electrical charge inside a neuron is slightly more negative than the electrical charge outside of the neuron.This difference in electrical charge is the


A) action potential.
B) resting state.
C) inhibitory signal.
D) excitatory signal.

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The brain structure that connects the two hemispheres of the cerebral cortex is called the


A) thalamus.
B) basal ganglia.
C) temporal lobe.
D) corpus callosum.

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Damage to this area of the brain might cause problems with coordination and balance.


A) hippocampus
B) cerebellum
C) amygdala
D) temporal lobe

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Which of the following best summarizes the main function(s) of your nervous system?


A) It allows the right side of your brain to communicate with the left side of your brain.
B) It regulates the oxygen in your blood, protects you from pain, and helps your body eliminate waste.
C) It allows you to receive sensory information, process that information, and then respond to it.
D) It produces vital bodily fluids such as bile and regulates the body's secretion of these fluids.

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You are running a 5-K race and suddenly you experience an adrenaline rush.This burst of energy is caused by your body releasing the neurotransmitter


A) acetylcholine.
B) epinephrine.
C) glutamate.
D) dopamine.

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While speaking to a large audience,Dr.Neuro states that the brain has plasticity.Your roommate turns to you and says,"I have no idea what plasticity means." Provide your roommate with an explanation of brain plasticity.In doing so,provide an example.

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Explain the key functions of serotonin.In your answer,be sure to discuss what is associated with a lack of serotonin in the brain.

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What is the endocrine system and how does it influence behavior?

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