Question 1

According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, which stage is characterized by the ability to think logically about concrete events but difficulty with abstract concepts?

Accepted Answer

Concrete operational stage

Question 2

Which of the following best describes a 'critical period' in developmental psychology?

Accepted Answer

A specific time during which certain experiences must occur for normal development to take place

Question 3

A researcher observes that children who receive consistent emotional support from caregivers tend to have higher levels of self-esteem. Which parenting style does this most closely align with?

Accepted Answer

Authoritative

Question 4

In Mary Ainsworth's Strange Situation experiment, which attachment style is indicated when a child is upset when the caregiver leaves but is easily comforted upon their return?

Accepted Answer

Secure attachment

Question 5

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'schema' in cognitive development?

Accepted Answer

A mental framework that organizes and interprets information

Question 6

According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the primary crisis faced by adolescents (ages 12-18)?

Accepted Answer

Identity vs. role confusion

Question 7

Which equation best represents the concept of genotype in determining biological sex?

Accepted Answer

$XY$

Question 8

A person who is biologically male but identifies and lives as a female is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Transgender

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of the fundamental attribution error?

Accepted Answer

Believing a classmate failed a test because they are lazy, rather than considering they may have been sick

Question 10

In the context of social psychology, what is 'group polarization'?

Accepted Answer

The tendency for like-minded group members to strengthen their shared opinions after discussion

Question 11

Which of the following best describes 'stereotype threat'?

Accepted Answer

A situation where individuals underperform due to anxiety about confirming a negative stereotype about their group

Question 12

According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, which stage is characterized by moral reasoning based on avoiding punishment and seeking rewards?

Accepted Answer

Preconventional

Question 13

Which of the following is a real-world example of cognitive dissonance?

Accepted Answer

Feeling uncomfortable after acting in a way that contradicts your beliefs

Question 14

In the context of sexual response, which phase is associated with increased heart rate, muscle tension, and blood flow to sexual organs?

Accepted Answer

Excitement phase

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the 'bystander effect'?

Accepted Answer

People are more likely to help when alone than when in a group

Question 16

Which equation best represents the concept of social facilitation?

Accepted Answer

$Performance_{group} > Performance_{alone}$

Question 17

A child who can solve conservation tasks (such as understanding that the amount of liquid remains the same when poured into a different shaped container) is most likely in which of Piaget's stages?

Accepted Answer

Concrete operational

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of 'compliance' in social psychology?

Accepted Answer

Agreeing to a request from a peer, even if you do not personally agree

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the difference between sex and gender?

Accepted Answer

Sex refers to biological attributes, while gender refers to social and psychological roles

Question 20

Which of the following is a factor that increases obedience in Milgram's study?

Accepted Answer

The authority figure is physically present and perceived as legitimate

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