Spironolactone

question 16

Multiple Choice

Spironolactone

• A)inhibits the actions of aldosterone.
• B)blocks bicarbonate reabsorption.
• C)stimulates hypertension.
• D)activates Na⁺/K⁺ pumps.

Describe cognitive misers and the implications for information processing and decision making.

Identify the phenomenon of influence through mimicry and its implications for social behavior.

Understand the principles of attribution theory and its application in social cognition.

Differentiate between correlation and causation and understand the significance of research designs in establishing causal relationships.

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Definitions:

Yerkes-Dodson Law

A theory suggesting there is an optimal level of arousal for the best performance of a task: too little or too much arousal can decrease performance.

Physical Arousal

The physiological state of being alert and engaged, often including increased heart rate, blood pressure, and sensory alertness.

Yerkes-Dodson Law

A psychological principle that suggests there is an optimal level of arousal for performance, and that too little or too much arousal can negatively affect task performance.

Stimulus Motives

Motives that cause humans and other animals to increase stimulation when the level of arousal is too low (examples are curiosity and the motive to explore).