Acute stressors

A) are threatening events that have a relatively short duration and clear endpoint.
B) are unpleasant environmental conditions to which one must adjust.
C) are conditions that have a relatively long duration and no apparent time limit.
D) always lead to physical illness.

David is interested in looking for an opposite-sex mate. His friends have found several women he might like. Based on the data on mate selection, who is David most likely to choose?

A) Lily, an older woman who is looking for a relationship and dislikes children
B) Desiree, a lawyer who is dedicated to her career
C) Amanda, a physically attractive woman who loves to cook
D) Tanya, an intelligent woman who is majoring in biochemistry in college

Which of the following statements would be the best advice for people who plan to lose weight by going on a restricted diet?

A) "The second diet is always easier than the first."
B) "Use soft drinks to reduce your hunger between mealtimes."
C) "Avoid eating during the day so you can enjoy a big meal in the evening."
D) "Eat simple meals that include only a few different foods."

Studies of intelligence indicate that

A) older children are more influenced by environment.
B) younger children show greater environmental effects, but these may diminish later in life.
C) the environment is the most important factor in intelligence and will overcome genetic deficits.
D) adopted children are more similar to their adoptive parents than to their biological parents.

Compared with ordinary cocaine,crack cocaine produces a ________ intense high followed by a ________ intense crash.

A) more;less
B) less;more
C) more;more
D) less;less

Eve is 55 years old and continues to enjoy her job as a legal assistant. Which reward is most likely why?

A) good salary
B) health benefits
C) paid vacation
D) self-esteem