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Psychology Chapter on Emotion and Motivation

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What is a key component of emotion as defined in the content?

Genetic predisposition

Physiological response (correct)

Cognitive appraisal

Social interaction

Which theory of motivation emphasizes the innate nature of certain behaviors?

Incentive theory

Instinct theory (correct)

Drive theory

Arousal theory

What does energy homeostasis refer to?

The long-term matching of food intake to energy expenditure (correct)

The hormonal regulation of appetite

The ability to ignore hunger signals

The psychological motivation for eating

In drive theory, what is primarily motivating behavior?

Biological needs Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT involved in the motivation to eat?

Cultural expectations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary determinant of being overweight?

Caloric intake exceeding energy expenditure Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is essential for optimal human functioning according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Psychological needs fulfillment Signup and view all the answers

Which two disorders are primarily classified as eating disorders?

Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa Signup and view all the answers

In self-determination theory, competence motivation is defined as the drive to:

Use cognitive and social skills to exercise control Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of achievement motivation?

Drive to excel and outperform others Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT part of the emotional experience?

Social status Signup and view all the answers

The body mass index (BMI) is primarily used to determine:

Weight status in relation to height Signup and view all the answers

One characteristic of eating disorders is:

Maladaptive patterns of eating Signup and view all the answers

Which psychological theorists are associated with self-determination theory?

Edward L. Deci and Richard M. Ryan Signup and view all the answers

What does the essence of positive energy balance imply?

Energy intake consistently exceeds energy expenditure Signup and view all the answers