Consider These Two Stereotypes

question 93

Multiple Choice

Consider these two stereotypes. Men have a stronger sex drive than women, and men are more likely than women to separate sex and love. Does social psychological research provide any support for these stereotypes? ​

• A)Yes, research suggests that both are true in a general sense.
• B)Research suggests that men have a stronger sex drive than women, but women may be more likely to separate sex and love than men.
• C)Research suggests that men are more likely than women to separate sex and love, but men do not in fact seem to have stronger sex drives than women.
• D)No, research does not support either one of these conclusions.

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Definitions:

Alpha Rhythm

A pattern of smooth, regular electrical oscillations in the human brain typically occurring when a person is awake but relaxed, usually in the frequency range of 8-12 Hz.

Theta Rhythm

A pattern of brainwave activity, typically in the range of 4-8 Hz, associated with stages of sleep and meditative states.

Limbic System

In vertebrates, an action system of the brain. In humans, plays a role in emotional responses, motivation, sexual behavior, autonomic responses, and biological rhythms.

Reflex Action

An automatic, involuntary response to a given stimulus that generally functions to restore homeostasis.