Mental Chemistry Vs Mental Physics

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What was one of the key beliefs of the Mental Chemistry vs Mental Physics concept?

Similar ideas excite one another. (correct)

Complex ideas are formed from simple ideas.

Sensations and ideas are completely separate.

The law of similarity and law of frequency are the same.

What is the difference between sensations and ideas?

There is no difference between sensations and ideas.

Sensations are primary mental states, and ideas are secondary mental states. (correct)

Sensations are more vivid than ideas.

Sensations are secondary mental states, and ideas are primary mental states.

What concept did the philosopher disagree with his father about?

The law of similarity.

Complex ideas being an aggregate of simple ideas. (correct)

The idea that sensations and ideas are separate.

The law of frequency.

What did the philosopher propose instead of the idea that complex ideas are an aggregate of simple ideas?

Mental chemistry. Signup and view all the answers

What was the philosopher's belief about mental chemistry?

The elements of ideas could be combined to create something entirely new. Signup and view all the answers

How did the philosopher's reputation contribute to the development of psychology?

His reputation allowed him to attack the idea that human thoughts, feelings, and actions are not subject to scientific investigation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between primary and secondary laws in the context provided?

Primary laws are general rules, while secondary laws are exceptions or modifications to those rules. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an exact science from an inexact science?

An exact science is completely understood, while an inexact science has some unknown or unexplained aspects. Signup and view all the answers

Why is psychology considered an inexact science, according to the text?

Because it can predict things pretty well, but there are variations caused by other variables. Signup and view all the answers

What was J.S. Mill's proposed science of Ethology intended to study?

The formation of human character and individual differences. Signup and view all the answers

What did J.S. Mill advocate for in terms of social reform?

Freedom of speech, representative government, and the emancipation of women. Signup and view all the answers

How did J.S. Mill's version of utilitarianism differ from the traditional concept?

He weighed intellectual pleasures as better than physical ones. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between sensations and ideas, according to the text?

Sensations are primary mental states, while ideas are secondary mental states. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key belief of the Mental Chemistry vs Mental Physics concept?

Strength of association varies with similarity of ideas. Signup and view all the answers

What did the philosopher disagree with his father about, according to the text?

Complex ideas being an aggregate of simple ideas. Signup and view all the answers

How did the philosopher contribute to the development of psychology?

By being a respected philosopher and advocating for psychology as a science. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the philosopher's belief about mental chemistry?

Mental chemistry combines elements of ideas to create something entirely new. Signup and view all the answers

What makes sensations primary mental states and ideas secondary?

Ideas are formed as a result of combining elements of sensations. Signup and view all the answers

Why did J.S. Mill's attempt to form the study of ethology fail?

Primary laws of humans were not accurate and stable. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an exact science from an inexact science according to the text?

Exact science deals with primary laws, while inexact science deals with secondary laws. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of J.S. Mill's key beliefs in terms of social reform?

Emancipation of women Signup and view all the answers

Why did J.S. Mill believe psychology would set the record straight?

To convert an inexact science into an exact one. Signup and view all the answers

What concept did J.S. Mill's proposed science of Ethology aim to study?

Secondary laws of humans Signup and view all the answers

Why was male chauvinism criticized by J.S. Mill?

It was supported by natural law and religion. Signup and view all the answers