Which of the following explains how stress accelerates the aging process?

a. Exposure to stress is linked to the addition of telomeres on chromosomes.
b. Exposure to stress increases the presence of wrinkles on a person’s face which upsets them.
c. Exposure to stress decreases a person’s vision and hearing.
d. Exposure to stress is linked to the shortening of telomeres on chromosomes.

Answer: d. Exposure to stress is linked to the shortening of telomeres on chromosomes.

Psychology

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a. ?“The earth is the center of the universe.” b. ?“The sun is divine.” c. ?“Science upholds the heliocentric theory.” d. ?“Man is the sole life force in the universe.”

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Which of the following examples illustrates an external attribution style?

A) Ron gives up efforts to lose excess weight after repeated setbacks in his diet and exercise plan. B) Miguel realizes he lacks the talent to become a successful guitar player and discontinues his guitar lessons. C) Cynthia collects rare and exotic animal figurines and shows off to friends and family. D) Maria loses the inter-school swimming competition and agrees that she lost because the competition was challenging and resolves to work harder.

Psychology