CH 1 Quiz

Cognitive psychology focuses on studying ________. A.thoughts and their relationship to our experiences and our actions B.genetics and the effect of genetics on behavior C.sensation and the effect of culture on perception D.the effect of gender, race, and class on behavior

A. thoughts and their relationship to our experiences and our actions

Before psychology became a recognized academic discipline, matters of the mind were undertaken by those in ________. A.chemistry B.philosophy C.physics D.biology

B. Philospy

The cognitive revolution created an impetus for psychologists to focus their attention on better understanding ________. A. stimulus-response and the instincts that underlie human reaction to pain B. The mind and mental processes that underlie behavior C. genetics and the evolutionary adaptations that underlie behavior D. emotions and cultural norms that underlie emotional responses

B. The mind and mental processes that underlie behavior

In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the ________ include food, water, and shelter. A.higher-level needs B. comfort objects C. basic survival needs D. wants

C. Basic survival needs

Which of the following was mentioned as a skill to which psychology students would be exposed? A. use of the scientific method B. critical thinking C. all of the above D. critical evaluation of sources of information

C. all of above

Which of the following exemplifies the empirical method? A.Dr. Hysock-Witham decides to start her course later because so many students arrive late. B.A student writes a letter to his professor requesting a change in course policy. C.A student in a psychology class writes his term paper on whether or not fish feel pain. D. Dr. Sarkeesian observes and records how watching cartoons influences heart rates.

D. Dr. Sarkeesian observes and records how watching cartoons influences heart rates.

What was the primary conclusion of Stanley Milgram's obedience research? a. Average people will harm others if told to do so by an authority figure. b. Everyday behavior can be explained by instincts developed in our ancestral population. c. What we sense and what we perceive vary according to culture, race, and gender. d. Our mothers have an enormous impact on our personality.

a. Average people will harm others if told to do so by an authority figure.

Which theorist had the most influence in shaping how clinicians interact with people seeking psychotherapy? a. Carl Rogers b. Abraham Maslow c.William James d.Wilhelm Wundt

a. carl rogers

Marta is pursuing a graduate degree in psychology. As part of her program she must write a long research paper based on the data she spent the last year gathering. What is the long research paper called? a. dissertation b. postdoctoral c. PsyD d. PhD

a. dissertation

In the scientific method, a hypothesis is a(n) ________. a. proposed explanation b. measurement c. test d. observation

a. proposed explanation

Why is psychology considered a social science? a.Behavior is biological, and our behavior is influenced by our interactions with others. b.Behavior is unpredictable, so scientists study it. c.Because psychology is not considered a hard science. d.Because psychologists study groups and how groups interact.

a.Behavior is biological, and our behavior is influenced by our interactions with others.

Naghemeh wants to focus on the emotional, social, vocational, and health-related outcomes of individuals who are considered psychologically healthy. Which area of psychology should she work in? a. biopsychology b. counseling psychology c.wellness psychology d. clinical psychology

b. counseling psychology

Which of the following is an example of research someone might conduct in the area of health psychology? a. what personality traits are present more often in men compared to women b. whether people working at a desk are more likely to be obese c. whether culture influences perception d. how the age of a leader affects the productivity of the group

b. whether people working at a desk are more likely to be obese

According to the biopsychosocial model, what determines health? a. applying biological principles to the psychology of a healthy social life b.interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors c. successful application of biopsychological principles to social life d. primarily biology; individual psychology and social factors are sometimes relevant

b.interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors

What should be changed to make the following sentence true? Humanism focuses on the potential of all people for evil. a. The word "people" should be changed to the word "children." b. The word "people" should be changed to the word "groups." c. The word "evil" should be changed to the word "good." d. The word "potential" should be changed to the word "use."

c. The word "evil" should be changed to the word "good."

Ashya wants to focus on the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders and other problematic patterns of behavior. What area of psychology should she work in? a.organizational psychology b.cognitive psychology c. clinical psychology d.social psychology

c. clinical psychology

When studying personality traits, someone who is quiet, reserved, and withdrawn will score low on the ________ trait. a. openness b. neuroticism c. agreeableness d. extroversion

d. extroversion

Oona wants to conduct research on personnel management, workplace environment, and what type of environment results in high levels of employee productivity and efficiency. Oona should conduct research in the area of ________ psychology. a. Gestalt b. social c. biological d. industrial-organizational

d. industrial-organizational

When studying personality traits, someone who is calm, even-tempered, and secure will score low on the ________ trait. a. openness b. agreeableness c. conscientiousness d. neuroticism

d. neuroticism

Edmund wants to identify relatively consistent patterns of thought and behavior, measure these traits, and determine how these traits interact in a particular context to determine how a person will behave in any given situation. Edmund wants to conduct research in the area of ________. a.social psychology b.cognition c. perception d. personality

d. personality