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What is the main focus of the goal 'description' in psychology?
What is the main focus of the goal 'description' in psychology?
- Modifying undesirable behavior
- Observing and noticing everything about behavior (correct)
- Explaining observed behavior
- Predicting future behavior
In psychology, what does the goal 'explanation' primarily aim to do?
In psychology, what does the goal 'explanation' primarily aim to do?
- Modify mental processes
- Predict future behavior
- Control undesirable behavior
- Find reasons for observed behavior (correct)
What is the core purpose of the goal 'prediction' in psychology?
What is the core purpose of the goal 'prediction' in psychology?
- Determine future outcomes (correct)
- Explain underlying mental processes
- Describe observed behavior
- Control undesirable behavior
How does the goal 'control' relate to psychology?
How does the goal 'control' relate to psychology?
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What is the role of a psychologist when studying behavior and mental processes?
What is the role of a psychologist when studying behavior and mental processes?
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What is the etymological meaning of the term 'psychology'?
What is the etymological meaning of the term 'psychology'?
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Which aspect do psychologists emphasize when defining psychology?
Which aspect do psychologists emphasize when defining psychology?
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What do psychologists study behavior and mental processes with?
What do psychologists study behavior and mental processes with?
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Which of the following is an example of covert behavior?
Which of the following is an example of covert behavior?
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What do mental processes include, according to the text?
What do mental processes include, according to the text?
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