General Psychology Chapter 1: Essence of Psychology
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What does the Behavioral Perspective emphasize?

  • The role of biological processes in shaping behavior
  • The conscious mind's influence on behavior
  • The influence of societal norms on behavior
  • The environment in shaping and controlling behavior (correct)

According to the Biological Perspective, what plays a significant role in explaining behavior?

  • Cognitive processes
  • Heredity and biological processes (correct)
  • Socio-cultural influences
  • Physical environment

What aspect does the Humanistic Perspective consider crucial in understanding behavior?

  • Evolutionary history
  • Biological processes
  • Subjective experience (correct)
  • Social interactions

In the context provided, what is indicated as a hindrance to optimal performance?

<p>High test anxiety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective in psychology is associated with the significance of the conscious mind?

<p>Cognitive Perspective (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the two Greek words, 'psyche' and 'logos', refer to in the word 'psychology'?

<p>Soul and knowledge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Epistemology, as mentioned in the text, deals with:

<p>Knowledge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to most psychologists, what is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes?

<p>Psychology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the definition of psychology provided in the text, what are the three basic issues mentioned?

<p>Science, Behavior, Mental Processes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines the term 'psychology' based on the provided text?

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What does the Greek letter á´ª in psychology stand for and how is it pronounced?

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What is the main focus of science as described in the text?

<p>Following systematic and methodical rules for data collection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of psychology, what is considered tainted evidence?

<p>Unsystematic or contaminated evidence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes behavior according to the text?

<p>Includes outward actions like talking and writing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do mental processes refer to according to the text?

<p>Only internal covert activities of our minds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of psychology as outlined in the text?

<p>Identification and classification of behaviors accurately (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following goals involves identifying and classifying behaviors and mental processes as accurately as possible?

<p>Description (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of cross-cultural psychology?

<p>Comparing psychological processes in different cultures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of psychology focuses on social interactions and relationships?

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What does industrial psychology aim to improve?

<p>Productivity in organizations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which area does forensic psychology apply psychological principles?

<p>Legal system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of educational psychology?

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Which branch of psychology applies psychological principles in understanding thoughts, emotions, and behavior within their cultural context?

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What is the main focus of applied research in psychology?

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Which type of research method focuses on observing and systematically analyzing collected data?

<p>Descriptive research methods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a variable in the context of research methods in psychology?

<p>Anything that can change or affect test scores (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does correlational research methods measure in psychology?

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Which of the following is a major type of research method in psychology concerned with changing behavior to the desired one?

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What does applied research in psychology specify ways and means of doing?

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