AP Psychology : Individual Psychology and Behavior

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP Psychology

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Example Questions

Example Question #5 : Endocrine System

Which of the following is a disease related to the endocrine system? 

Possible Answers:

Sore throat

None of these

Cancer

Thyroid disease

Celiac disease

Correct answer:

Thyroid disease

Explanation:

The endocrine system, in tandem with the central nervous system and immune system, plays a central role in maintaining a state of homeostasis throughout the body. Diseases of the endocrine system are, however, common and include diseases of the thyroid and diabetes mellitus. 

Example Question #6 : Endocrine System

Which of the following hormones do ovaries produce?

Possible Answers:

Testosterone and adrenaline

Adrenaline and estrogen

Just estrogen

Just progesterone

Progesterone and estrogen

Correct answer:

Progesterone and estrogen

Explanation:

The ovaries, an essential part of the female reproductive system, are responsible for producing estrogen and progesterone. 

Example Question #11 : Endocrine System

Which of the following glands is not included in the endocrine system?

Possible Answers:

These are all included

Glands within the gastrointestinal tract

Sweat glands

None of these are included

Salivary glands

Correct answer:

None of these are included

Explanation:

The endocrine system is a system of glands that secretes hormones into the circulatory system. These hormones are directed at organs that control growth and development, reproduction, and body metabolism. The glands that are not included, and therefore are not controlled by the endocrine system, are all of the exocrine glands. Exocrine glands include glands within the gastrointestinal tract, salivary, and sweat glands.

Example Question #11 : Endocrine System

What chemical messenger do endocrine glands use to communicate?

Possible Answers:

Hormones

Calcium ion channels

GABA receptors 

Histamine 

Neurotransmitters 

Correct answer:

Hormones

Explanation:

Hormones are chemical messengers that are secreted by endocrine glands. These messengers may be lipophilic or hydrophilic (nonpolar or polar molecules, respectively). Hormones are stable enough to travel great distances without being degraded in the body. Because of their ability to travel great distances on occasion, they are target specific. That is, for example, a hormone may have its receptor at only one target tissue location. This specificity prevents the presence of the hormone from unintentionally activating or inhibiting processes on its journey throughout the body.

Example Question #1043 : Individual Psychology And Behavior

What endocrine glad is stimulated during the "fight or flight" response?

Possible Answers:

Adrenal gland 

Hypothalamus

Parathyroid gland 

Pituitary gland 

Thyroid gand 

Correct answer:

Adrenal gland 

Explanation:

The adrenal glands, which lie on top of the kidneys, are responsible for releasing epinephrine and norepinephrine—both hormones that are present in the "fight or flight" response. These hormones are responsible for the increase in blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate. In a simpler sense, they help produce the means and conditions necessary to generate a surge of energy for quick expenditure in times of impending peril. 

Example Question #1042 : Individual Psychology And Behavior

Which is the most influential endocrine gland?

Possible Answers:

Thyroid gland

Pituitary gland

Hypothalamus

Adrenal gland

Pancreas 

Correct answer:

Pituitary gland

Explanation:

The pituitary gland is also known as the “master gland” and is controlled by the hypothalamus. It is a crucial component of the endocrine system. The pituitary gland is responsible for the release of growth hormone, which stimulates physical development. It also releases oxytocin, allowing for contractions during birth and milk flow for nursing. The pituitary secretes oxytocin during pair-bonding interactions; therefore, the pituitary gland also plays an important role in the development of group cohesion and social trust. Last, the pituitary gland is also known to give secretions that will stimulate the release of hormones in other endocrine glands. 

Example Question #1045 : Individual Psychology And Behavior

If a person is having issues related to the regulation of the endocrine system, then they most likely have an issue associated with which of the following brain structures?

Possible Answers:

Hypothalamus

Substantia nigra

Cerebral cortex

Pons

Correct answer:

Hypothalamus

Explanation:

The hypothalamus is responsible for control of hunger, thirst, body temperature, and the endocrine system. A person experiencing issues associated with the expression and regulation of the endocrine system would most likely have an issue associated with their hypothalamus.

Example Question #1046 : Individual Psychology And Behavior

Which of the following choices best describes the endocrine gland in the brain that releases gland activating hormones?

Possible Answers:

Parathyroid gland

Pineal gland

Thymus gland

Pituitary gland

Correct answer:

Pituitary gland

Explanation:

The pituitary gland activates other glands in the endocrine system by releasing hormones. It also releases hormones that are resonsible for growth; sometimes the pituitary gland is known as the "master gland". 

Example Question #1451 : Ap Psychology

Which of the following parts of the endocrine system releases hormones that help the body in times of stress?

Possible Answers:

Adrenal glands

Testes

Ovaries

Thyroid gland

Pancreas

Correct answer:

Adrenal glands

Explanation:

The adrenal glands secrete the hormones epinephrine and norepinephrine to trigger the "fight-or-flight" response that helps the body in times of distress.

Example Question #281 : Biology And Sensation

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that helps in motor skills and in the release of some neurotransmitters. Which of the following disorders could be due to a deficiency in acetylcholine levels?

Possible Answers:

Celiac disease

All of these

GABA

Alzheimer's disease 

Sleep apnea

Correct answer:

Alzheimer's disease 

Explanation:

Alzheimer's disease is cause by low levels of Acetylcholine in some parts of the brain. This neurotransmitter is responsible for alertness, aggression, and other emotions.

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