Whenever Keith Discusses Current Events with His Classmates, He Tends

question 393

Multiple Choice

Whenever Keith discusses current events with his classmates, he tends to be overly certain in his opinions and intolerant of anyone else's opinion. Even when evidence contradicts him, Keith finds it difficult to change his beliefs. Keith would be described as exhibiting

• A)dogmatism.
• B)cognitive dissonance.
• C)self-stereotyping.
• D)ethnocentrism.

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Definitions:

Leptin

A hormone produced by fat cells that is involved in the regulation of appetite and metabolism, often affecting feelings of satiety and hunger.

Stomach Contractions

Involuntary movements of the stomach muscles that mix and propel contents through the gastrointestinal tract.

Hypothalamus

This part of the brain, positioned under the thalamus, serves to regulate the autonomic nervous system and the actions of the pituitary, playing a significant role in the control of body temperature, the sensations of thirst and hunger, and the overall maintenance of the body’s equilibrium.

Amygdala

Involved in memory, decision-making, and emotional reactions, the amygdala is critical in how we assess and respond to environmental threats and rewards.