Sallie Noticed That When Her Alarm Clock Goes Off in the Morning

question 165

Multiple Choice

Sallie noticed that when her alarm clock goes off in the morning, her dog Ruffles is standing by her bed salivating. Every morning when Sallie wakes to the alarm, she immediately rolls out of bed and feeds Ruffles, who very much enjoys his canned dog food. It is likely that Sallie has conditioned Ruffles to _________.

• A) enjoy canned dog food
• B) sleep next to her bed
• C) salivate over canned dog food
• D) salivate to the sound of her alarm clock

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Definitions:

Lateral Hypothalamus

An area at the side of the hypothalamus that appears to function as a start-eating center.

Social Approval

The act of seeking or gaining acceptance, validation, or positive recognition from others within a social context.

Hypothalamus

A small but crucial part of the brain involved in many functions, including hormone release, regulation of body temperature, and hunger control.

Physical Needs

Basic requirements for human survival, such as food, water, shelter, and sleep.