According to Your Authors, There Are Three Theories That Can

question 97

Multiple Choice

According to your authors, there are three theories that can explain the role of arousal in social facilitation.Which of the following best represents the three theories?

• A) others make us alert; apprehension about being evaluated; and others are distracting
• B) others distract us; we do not want to violate a norm by doing something wrong; we are more alert around others
• C) people are no more distracting than a lamp; lamps provide visual distraction; distraction from easy tasks is unlikely to impact performance
• D) easy tasks are made difficult if too much thought is devoted to the task; distraction from tasks positively impacts performance; we are less alert when distracted by others

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of various bodily functions, including temperature, hunger, and the release of hormones.

Nervous System Connection

The complex network of neurons and synapses that facilitate communication between different parts of the body and the brain, enabling sensation, movement, and thought.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of certain metabolic processes and activities like temperature control, hunger, and sleep cycles.

Posterior Pituitary

The rear portion of the pituitary gland that stores and releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus, including oxytocin and vasopressin.