Question 1

Which of the following best describes the main focus of the cognitive revolution in psychology that began in the 1960s?

Accepted Answer

A scientific exploration of mental processes such as perception, processing, and memory.

Question 2

A psychologist is studying how inherited traits that aid survival are more likely to be passed down to future generations. Which concept is this psychologist applying?

Accepted Answer

Natural selection

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of psychology’s three main levels of analysis?

Accepted Answer

Technological

Question 4

A biopsychologist is most likely to study which of the following?

Accepted Answer

How the structure and function of the nervous system relates to behavior.

Question 5

Which subfield of psychology would be most interested in how people’s moral reasoning changes as they age?

Accepted Answer

Developmental psychology

Question 6

A company wants to improve employee productivity and efficiency. Which type of psychologist should they consult?

Accepted Answer

Industrial-organizational psychologist

Question 7

Which of the following best illustrates the nature-nurture debate in psychology?

Accepted Answer

Whether intelligence is determined more by genetics or by environment.

Question 8

A psychologist who acts as an expert witness in court and helps with jury selection is most likely specialized in:

Accepted Answer

Forensic psychology

Question 9

Which of the following is a key difference between basic research and applied research in psychology?

Accepted Answer

Basic research builds psychology’s knowledge base, while applied research tackles practical problems.

Question 10

Which subfield of psychology would most likely study how cultural factors influence health behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Health psychology

Question 11

A psychologist is interested in how people’s perceptions of the world can differ from the actual sensory input they receive. Which subfield does this describe?

Accepted Answer

Sensation and perception

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the interdisciplinary field of cognitive neuroscience?

Accepted Answer

It ties together the science of mind (cognitive psychology) and the science of the brain (neuroscience).

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of a psychological influence on behavior?

Accepted Answer

Learned fears and expectations

Question 14

A psychologist is researching how being in a group changes an individual’s behavior and thinking. Which subfield does this research belong to?

Accepted Answer

Social psychology

Question 15

Which of the following best illustrates the complementary nature of psychology’s levels of analysis?

Accepted Answer

Different perspectives ask different questions and together provide a fuller understanding.

Question 16

Which psychologist would be most likely to help a company design a more efficient workspace?

Accepted Answer

Industrial-organizational psychologist

Question 17

A psychologist is interested in how language is processed and remembered. Which subfield does this research belong to?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive psychology

Question 18

Which of the following is a primary goal of community psychologists?

Accepted Answer

To create social and physical environments that are healthy for all.

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the role of counseling psychologists?

Accepted Answer

They help people cope with challenges and crises.

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of applied research in psychology?

Accepted Answer

Developing a program to reduce workplace stress.

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