The Chief Function of Homeostasis Is to

question 40

Multiple Choice

The chief function of homeostasis is to

• A) prevent balance.
• B) maintain a balanced state.
• C) regulate emotions.
• D) control sexual urges.
• E) monitor body temperature.

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Definitions:

Expectancy

The anticipation or prediction of future events or outcomes, often influencing behavior and decision-making.

Classical Conditioning

The method of acquiring a response through the repetitive coupling of two stimuli; initially, the second stimulus triggers the response, but the first stimulus eventually triggers it alone.

Rescorla

Associated with the Rescorla-Wagner model of classical conditioning, focusing on the strength of associations between conditioned and unconditioned stimuli.

Phobias

Intense, irrational fears of specific objects, activities, or situations that lead to a desire to avoid them.