U1, L1 - Why Study Psychology?
Which of the following best represents the connection between the definition of the Greek word that is the basis for the word psychology and the goals of modern psychology? A."Psyche" can be translated as "conscious self" and the most basic goal of psychology is for humans to have a better understanding of their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, or to be conscious of themselves. B. "Psyche" can be translated as "life", and the goal of psychology is a contemplation of the meaning of life. C. "Psyche" is the root of the word "psychic" and the goal of psychology is to intuitively know how other people feel. D. "Psyche" is the name of a Greek maiden who had trouble with the goddess Venus, and the goal of psychology is to fix relationships.
A. "Psyche" can be translated as "conscious self" and the most basic goal of psychology is for humans to have a better understanding of their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, or to be conscious of themselves.
What does a physiological factor refer to in psychology? A. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's physical processes. B. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's mental processes. C. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's mental deficiencies. D. It refers to a factor that deals with an organism's physical strengths.
A. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's physical processes.
In psychology, the two main factors than influence behavior are _________ and _________. A. cognitive, physiological B. emotional, intellectual C. spiritual, secular D. historical, contemporary
A. cognitive, physiological
Which of the following best explains why companies spend enormous amounts of money each year on advertising that utilizes the principles of psychology? A. Companies want to ensure the mental health of their customers. B. Companies want to predict and influence your buying behavior. C. Companies simply want to get to know their customers better. D. Many psychology majors naturally gravitate to the field of advertising and marketing.
B. Companies want to predict and influence your buying behavior.
What does a cognitive factor refer to in psychology? A. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's IQ. B. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's thinking and understanding. C. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's ability to communicate. D. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's ability to perceive.
B. It refers to a factor that deals with the organism's thinking and understanding.
The literal translation of the Greek word "psyche" is A. the study of society B. knowledge of soul life C. life force D. powerful
B. knowledge about soul life
One major advantage in learning to understand the mind and feelings is the ability to ________ and ___________ the behavior of others as well as ourselves. A. isolate, research B. predict, control C. learn, explain D. discover, imitate
B. predict, control
You yell at your little sister because you have a headache that has worn down your patience and because you think she is intentionally bothering you. What psychological factors are present in this situation? A. cognitive B. physiological C. cognitive and physiological D. emotional and behavioral
C. cognitive and physiological
Psychology can be defined as A. the study of the soul B. the process of therapy and change C. the scientific study of behavior and mental processes D. the study of language and intelligence
C. the scientific study of behavior and mental processes
Which of the following situations is an example of a physiological factor? A. You are sad because of an argument you had with your parents. B. You are excited because you're looking forward to seeing a childhood friend. C. You are nervous because you're not sure how well you performed on an exam. D. You are tired because you stayed up all night studying for an exam.
D. You are tired because you stayed up all night studying for an exam.
