Question 1

Which of the following best describes the empirical approach in psychology?

Accepted Answer

Using observation and experimentation to gather evidence and draw conclusions.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic attitudes that support scientific inquiry, as described in the scientific attitude?

Accepted Answer

Dogmatism

Question 3

A psychologist is examining whether a new therapy is effective. She questions the source of her information, evaluates the evidence, and considers alternative explanations. Which concept is she demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking

Question 4

Wilhelm Wundt is best known for which contribution to psychology?

Accepted Answer

Establishing the first psychology laboratory and seeking to measure 'atoms of the mind'

Question 5

Which school of thought, founded by Titchener, focused on breaking down mental processes into their most basic components?

Accepted Answer

Structuralism

Question 6

Which psychologist is most closely associated with functionalism and the concept of the 'stream of consciousness'?

Accepted Answer

William James

Question 7

Behaviorism, as championed by Watson and Rayner, emphasized which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The scientific study of observable behavior

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the main focus of humanistic psychology?

Accepted Answer

Focusing on human growth potential and the need for love and acceptance

Question 9

The cognitive revolution in psychology led to an increased interest in which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The study of mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving

Question 10

Which approach integrates biological, psychological, and social-cultural levels of analysis to explain behavior?

Accepted Answer

Biopsychosocial approach

Question 11

A psychologist is studying how inherited traits influence behavior, while also considering environmental factors. Which field does this research best represent?

Accepted Answer

Behavior genetics

Question 12

Which of the following statements best reflects the nature-nurture issue in psychology?

Accepted Answer

Both genetic inheritance and experience shape psychological traits and behaviors.

Question 13

Which of the following is a reason why psychologists study cultural and gender differences?

Accepted Answer

To understand how shared ideas and behaviors shape individuals

Question 14

Positive psychology, as described by Seligman and others, focuses on which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Human flourishing and the scientific study of happiness and well-being

Question 15

Which of the following professionals is most likely to prescribe medication for psychological disorders?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatrist

Question 16

A researcher is careful not to let her expectations influence the outcome of her experiment. Which scientific attitude is she demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Humility

Question 17

Which of the following best illustrates the application of skepticism in scientific research?

Accepted Answer

Demanding evidence before accepting a claim

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Developing a program to reduce bullying in schools

Question 19

Which psychologist was the first woman to receive a Ph.D. in psychology and wrote 'The Animal Mind'?

Accepted Answer

Margaret Floy Washburn

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the main goal of basic research in psychology?

Accepted Answer

To increase the scientific knowledge base

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