Which of the Following Statements Is Accurate Concerning the Interaction

question 271

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is accurate concerning the interaction of culture and food?

• A) American men and women both eat to reduce depression, whereas Japanese men and women eat to reduce anger.
• B) American women eat when they are depressed, whereas Japanese women eat because of social demands.
• C) There are no differences in the eating habits of American and Japanese men and women.
• D) Japanese men eat more than both American men and women.

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Definitions:

GABA

Gamma-aminobutyric acid, an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain that helps reduce neuronal excitability throughout the nervous system.

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance found in drinks such as beer, wine, and spirits, capable of altering mood, behavior, and cognitive functioning.

Tranquilizers

Medications used to reduce tension or anxiety, often by depressing nerve function or inducing sedation.

Hereditary Basis

The genetic foundation or background that influences the traits and characteristics that are passed from parents to offspring.