Females Show Greater Sensitivity to Sensory Stimuli, with the Exception

question 23

Multiple Choice

Females show greater sensitivity to sensory stimuli, with the exception of:

• A) smell.
• B) taste.
• C) vision.
• D) pain.

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Definitions:

Drive-reduction Theory

A psychological motivation theory suggesting that the act of fulfilling basic physiological needs reduces drive and generates a state of psychological equilibrium or satisfaction.

Famine

A severe shortage of food resulting in widespread hunger, malnutrition, and increased mortality.

Arousal Theory

The theory suggesting that people are motivated to maintain an optimal level of arousal for their best performance.

Homeostasis

The regulatory process by which biological systems maintain stability while adjusting to changing external conditions.