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question 64

Multiple Choice

Whenever Elliot thinks about science, he also thinks about how much he likes science. Which one of the following statements best explains this situation?

• A) Elliott's liking of science is an excellent example of Hull's theory that behavior strength = habit \(\times\) drive.
• B) In the brain, people's affective responses to topics may be closely connected to their knowledge about those topics.
• C) Elliott's love of science suggests that he is a sensation seeker.
• D) Elliott's strong interest in science reflects an interplay of hot cognition and self-conscious emotions.

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Definitions:

Somatosensory Cortex

A part of the brain that processes sensory information from the body, including touch, temperature, and pain sensations.

Parietal Lobes

A region of the cerebral cortex involved in processing sensory information regarding the location of parts of the body as well as interpreting visual information.

Hemispheric Lateralization

The specialization of functions in the left and right hemispheres of the brain, such as language in the left and spatial ability in the right.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

A medical imaging technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within the body.