Free MCAT Practice Test 003 – Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior


Q9: Which part of the endocrine system secretes adrenaline?

A. anterior pituitary

B. adrenal medulla

C. parathyroid

D. adrenal cortex

The correct answer is B:

adrenal medulla

Explanation:

The adrenal medulla is found in the adrenal gland and its cells secrete adrenaline, noradrenaline, dopamine and enkephalin. The other options are part of the endocrine system, but do not release adrenaline

Q10: Which option is not an example of vertical social mobility?

A. An individual loses his job and becomes homeless.

B. An individual changes jobs and moves to a similar position at another company.

C. An individual is promoted to a much more powerful position within the same company.

D. All options are examples of vertical social mobility.

The correct answer is B:

An individual changes jobs and moves to a similar position at another company.

Explanation:

Vertical social mobility involves a change in status. Moving to a similar position would not affect an individual’s status.

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