In Comparing 1970 and the 1990's on the Amount of Time

question 25

Multiple Choice

In comparing 1970 and the 1990's on the amount of time parents spend with their children,the amount of available time per family has _______ and the available amount of time per child has _______.

• A)increased ...increased
• B)decreased ...decreased
• C)increased ...decreased
• D)decreased ...increased

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Definitions:

Thalamus

Diencephalon structure through which information from all sensory systems is organized, integrated, and projected into the appropriate region of the neocortex.

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A tiny region of the brain in the hypothalamus, responsible for controlling the circadian rhythm or the body's internal clock.

Melatonin

A hormone secreted by the pineal gland that regulates sleep and wakefulness.

Glucocorticoid

One of a group of steroid hormones, such as cortisol, secreted in times of stress; important in protein and carbohydrate metabolism.