Electrical Stimulation of Its Lateral Hypothalamus Causes an Animal to Overeat

question 24

Multiple Choice

Electrical stimulation of its lateral hypothalamus causes an animal to overeat and become obese. Therefore, we would expect that lesioning the lateral hypothalamus would produce ​

• A)overeating and obesity.
• B)undereating and weight loss.
• C)no effect on eating or body weight.
• D)alternating periods of overeating and undereating.

---

Definitions:

ICTs

Information and Communication Technologies, encompassing any digital technology that assists in creating, processing, storing, and exchanging information.

Surveillance

The close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal.

Negative Consequences

Undesired or harmful outcomes that result from an action or decision, affecting individuals or groups in various contexts.

Rating Scale

A method or system used for evaluating or assessing someone or something according to a set of standards or criteria.