Question 1

Which psychological perspective emphasizes the influence of biology on behavior, focusing on brain structures and neurochemistry?

Accepted Answer

Biological perspective of psychology

Question 2

A patient is experiencing rapid heartbeat and sweating after seeing a snake. Which nervous system is primarily responsible for these involuntary responses?

Accepted Answer

Autonomic nervous system

Question 3

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which of the following needs must be satisfied before an individual can pursue self-actualization?

Accepted Answer

Physiological needs

Question 4

Which process involves maintaining encoded information over time?

Accepted Answer

Storage

Question 5

A researcher is studying the effect of positive reinforcement on learning. Which scenario best illustrates positive reinforcement?

Accepted Answer

A child receives praise after completing homework.

Question 6

Which brain region is most important for coordination and balance?

Accepted Answer

Cerebellum

Question 7

A person is able to recall information without any cues. Which type of memory retrieval is this?

Accepted Answer

Recall

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the function of leptin?

Accepted Answer

Involved in regulating energy balance and hunger

Question 9

A child learns to associate the sound of a bell with receiving food, eventually salivating at the sound alone. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Classical conditioning

Question 10

Which psychologist is known for developing the concept of self-actualization?

Accepted Answer

Abraham Maslow

Question 11

Which term refers to the process of organizing and interpreting sensory information?

Accepted Answer

Perception

Question 12

A person unconsciously redirects feelings from one person to another in therapy. This defense mechanism is called:

Accepted Answer

Transference

Question 13

Which of the following is a hormone involved in regulating blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

Insulin

Question 14

A person is able to access stored information when needed. This process is known as:

Accepted Answer

Retrieval

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the function of the left hemisphere of the brain?

Accepted Answer

Specialized in language, logic, and analytical thought

Question 16

Which term describes the gradual exposure to feared stimuli combined with relaxation techniques?

Accepted Answer

Systematic desensitization

Question 17

A person believes they can succeed in a specific situation. This belief is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Self-efficacy

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a function of the central nervous system (CNS)?

Accepted Answer

Connects CNS to limbs and organs

Question 19

Which psychological theory focuses on observable behavior and the effects of learning from the environment?

Accepted Answer

Behaviorism

Question 20

A person is experiencing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities. Which disorder is most likely being described?

Accepted Answer

Depression

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