Cognitive Psychology Quiz

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Which of the following is a key focus of cognitive psychology?

Perceiving
Remembering
Reasoning
All of the above (correct)

What is the main objective of cognitive psychology?

To study the mind and the world
To understand human behavior (correct)
To analyze social interactions
To investigate brain functions

Which research method is commonly used in cognitive psychology?

Observational studies
Case studies
Experiments (correct)
Surveys

What are the domains of cognitive psychology?

Perception, memory, and language (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the computer metaphor in cognitive psychology?

Comparing the human mind to a computer (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of cognitive psychology?

Cognitive psychology is the study of mental processes such as perceiving, remembering, and reasoning. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key issues in the study of cognitive psychology?

The key issues in the study of cognitive psychology include perception, attention, memory, language, problem-solving, and decision-making. Signup and view all the answers

What is the computer metaphor in cognitive psychology?

The computer metaphor in cognitive psychology suggests that the mind works like a computer, with input, processing, and output. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of neuroscience in cognitive psychology?

Neuroscience plays a crucial role in cognitive psychology by studying the biological basis of mental processes and how the brain functions. Signup and view all the answers

What are some research methods used in cognitive psychology?

Some research methods used in cognitive psychology include experiments, observations, surveys, and neuroimaging techniques. Signup and view all the answers