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What does the term 'psychology' refer to based on its Greek origins?
What does the term 'psychology' refer to based on its Greek origins?
- Study of animal behavior
- Study of the brain structure
- Study of human behavior only
- Study of the mind, soul, or spirit (correct)
How do psychologists define psychology?
How do psychologists define psychology?
- Scientific study of human behavior only
- Study of soul and spirit
- Study of brain processes
- Scientific study of human behavior and mental processes (correct)
What distinguishes psychology from common sense in studying behavior?
What distinguishes psychology from common sense in studying behavior?
- Observation without any scientific method
- Reliance on intuition and anecdotes
- Focus on supernatural explanations
- Use of empirical data and scientific methods (correct)
What type of evidence is used in psychology to understand behavior?
What type of evidence is used in psychology to understand behavior?
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What do mental processes in psychology refer to?
What do mental processes in psychology refer to?
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What does description involve in psychology?
What does description involve in psychology?
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What is the main goal of explanation in psychology?
What is the main goal of explanation in psychology?
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What does prediction involve in psychology?
What does prediction involve in psychology?
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How does control relate to behavior in psychology?
How does control relate to behavior in psychology?
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Who is considered the 'father of modern psychology'?
Who is considered the 'father of modern psychology'?
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