Age 18 to 20 Lesson 1.3 Quiz

What is an “unmet need,” and how does it trigger decision-making processes in the brain? *

A situation where a goal is achieved, leading to reflective thinking

A habit that the brain automatically responds to without deliberate thought

A physiological state that always involves deliberate problem-solving

A need that isn’t fulfilled, prompting the brain to initiate decision-making to resolve it

What typically triggers the Automatic Decision System, and how does it respond? *

Complex situations requiring analysis; it pauses to gather data

Emotional moments of doubt; it seeks logical input

Changes in routine tasks; it slows down to reassess priorities

Familiar patterns or immediate threats; it reacts quickly without conscious thought

What triggers the Deliberate Decision System, and how does it respond? *

Unexpected disruptions; it processes rapidly to maintain consistency

Repetitive tasks; it disengages from active thought

Unfamiliar or complex situations; it slows down to evaluate options carefully

Positive reinforcement; it creates quick habitual actions

In which situation is it most likely for a “struggling moment” to cause the brain to shift from the Automatic to the Deliberate system? *

Deciding what to eat for breakfast

Reacting to a sudden loud noise

Resolving a conflict with a significant other during a relationship change

Following a well-practiced work routine

How does the Cingulate Cortex contribute to decision-making, and why is this important for personal habits? *

It conserves mental energy by managing when to engage deliberate thought, improving safety and efficiency

It generates emotions for every decision, ensuring better emotional balance

It provides quick answers to complex problems without using much energy

It prevents the Automatic system from responding to urgent situations

Why is it beneficial to reflect on personal experiences with “struggling moments”? *

To eliminate all automatic decision-making

To avoid stressful situations by relying only on habits

To better recognize triggers that require deliberate thought and improve self-awareness

To make every decision without external input

How can you identify whether a situation requires an automatic or deliberate response? *

Automatically respond to every situation to save energy

Reflect on whether the situation is familiar or novel, and decide if careful thought is needed

Delay all responses to allow more time for analysis

Follow instincts in every situation regardless of complexity

Which of the following is a physical or emotional cue signaling a struggling moment? *

Calm breathing during a routine task

Increased heart rate and a sense of frustration during a complex decision

Clear and immediate recognition of a solution

No noticeable physical or emotional change

What is an example of a behavior that aligns with deliberate thought during a stressful decision? *

Pausing to take deep breaths and analyze options calmly

Reacting immediately to avoid delaying the decision

Letting emotions fully dictate the response

Ignoring the stress and focusing only on automatic reactions

DDM Age 18 to 20 – Daily Challenged to Daily Decider