Question 1

Which of the following best illustrates the fundamental attribution error?

Accepted Answer

Assuming a classmate is late because they are irresponsible, rather than considering they might have had car trouble.

Question 2

In Milgram’s obedience study, which factor most strongly increased participants’ likelihood to obey authority?

Accepted Answer

The physical presence of the experimenter in the room.

Question 3

A student is asked to write an essay supporting a position they disagree with. According to Cognitive Dissonance Theory, what is likely to happen?

Accepted Answer

The student may change their attitude to reduce discomfort caused by holding conflicting beliefs.

Question 4

Which persuasion technique involves first making a small request, then following up with a larger request?

Accepted Answer

Foot-in-the-door technique

Question 5

A group of students working on a project each assume someone else will take responsibility for organizing the work. Which social psychology concept best explains this behavior?

Accepted Answer

Diffusion of responsibility

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a projective personality test?

Accepted Answer

Rorschach Inkblot Test

Question 7

According to the Big Five model, which trait is most associated with being organized and dependable?

Accepted Answer

Conscientiousness

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the diathesis-stress model of psychological disorders?

Accepted Answer

A disorder results from the interaction between a predisposition and environmental stress.

Question 9

Which symptom is considered a positive symptom of schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

Hallucinations

Question 10

A person who is low in extraversion, high in agreeableness, average in neuroticism, low in conscientiousness, and high in openness is most likely to:

Accepted Answer

Be creative and cooperative, but may struggle with organization and social engagement.

Question 11

Which of the following is a strength of structured personality tests compared to projective tests?

Accepted Answer

Higher reliability and validity

Question 12

Which disorder is most effectively treated with antipsychotic medications?

Accepted Answer

Schizophrenia

Question 13

Which therapy technique involves exposing a client to their feared stimulus all at once, rather than gradually?

Accepted Answer

Flooding

Question 14

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of social loafing?

Accepted Answer

A group member puts in less effort when working on a team project than when working alone.

Question 15

Which of the following is a key difference between obsessions and compulsions in OCD?

Accepted Answer

Obsessions are intrusive thoughts, while compulsions are repetitive behaviors performed to reduce anxiety.

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the central route to persuasion?

Accepted Answer

It involves careful evaluation of arguments and evidence, leading to lasting attitude change.

Question 17

A person with dissociative fugue is most likely to:

Accepted Answer

Suddenly travel away from home and forget their identity.

Question 18

Which of the following is a weakness of projective personality tests?

Accepted Answer

Low reliability and validity

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the enlightenment effect?

Accepted Answer

Learning about psychological research can lead people to change their behavior for the better.

Question 20

Which of the following best illustrates the use of reciprocal inhibition in systematic desensitization?

Accepted Answer

Pairing relaxation techniques with exposure to anxiety-provoking stimuli to prevent anxiety response.

PSYC 105: Final Exam Study Guide – Social Psychology, Personality, Psychological Disorders, and Treatment

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