Lesson 1.2 Quiz

What are the two primary decision-making systems in the brain, and their main functions? *

Sensory and Emotional systems; detect stimuli and regulate feelings

Automatic and Deliberate systems; manage rapid responses and deliberate problem-solving

Creative and Logical systems; generate ideas and organize thoughts

Reflexive and Instinctive systems; focus on survival without considering outcomes

What is the primary role of the Cingulate Cortex in decision-making? *

Generating emotional responses to guide all choices

Switching energy use between the Automatic and Deliberate systems based on context

Storing long-term memories to aid in decision-making

Controlling reflexes and instinctive actions

Which situation best illustrates a shift from the Automatic to the Deliberate decision-making system? *

Quickly moving out of the way of a speeding car

Deciding how to handle an unexpected work deadline after initial assumptions were wrong

Continuing a daily routine without considering alternatives

Reacting to a loud noise without thinking

Why is it important to understand the anatomy of the brain’s decision-making systems? *

To identify the location of brain structures

To prevent changes in brain function

To ensure decisions are always emotional and intuitive

To improve the efficiency of personal decision-making by managing how systems are used

How does cognitive flexibility, supported by understanding decision-making anatomy, benefit life choices? *

By ensuring only automatic responses are used for efficiency

By eliminating the need for deliberate decisions altogether

By enabling adjustments in thinking to respond effectively to changing needs

By reducing the importance of managing energy between systems

On a diagram of the brain, which areas are associated with the Automatic and Deliberate decision-making systems? *

TheSubcortex and Prefrontal Cortex

The Hippocampus and Brainstem

The Occipital Lobe and Cerebellum

The Temporal Lobe and Parietal Cortex

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