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The ______ is the part of the ear that is responsible for converting sound waves into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain.
The ______ is the part of the ear that is responsible for converting sound waves into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain.
cochlea
Visual acuity refers to the ability to distinguish between colors.
Visual acuity refers to the ability to distinguish between colors.
False
What is the name of the part of the brain that is responsible for language production?
What is the name of the part of the brain that is responsible for language production?
Broca's area
What is the main function of the dendrites of a neuron?
What is the main function of the dendrites of a neuron?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of classical conditioning?
Which of the following is NOT a type of classical conditioning?
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What does the acronym "P.S.E." stand for in psychology?
What does the acronym "P.S.E." stand for in psychology?
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What is the name of the visual phenomenon where two stimuli are perceived as having the same intensity?
What is the name of the visual phenomenon where two stimuli are perceived as having the same intensity?
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What is the term used to describe the gradual decrease in the strength of a conditioned response over time when the conditioned stimulus is presented repeatedly without the unconditioned stimulus?
What is the term used to describe the gradual decrease in the strength of a conditioned response over time when the conditioned stimulus is presented repeatedly without the unconditioned stimulus?
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What is the term used to describe the inability of the brain to process information from one sensory modality?
What is the term used to describe the inability of the brain to process information from one sensory modality?
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What is the name of the process in classical conditioning where a previously neutral stimulus becomes associated with an unconditioned stimulus, and the neutral stimulus elicits a conditioned response?
What is the name of the process in classical conditioning where a previously neutral stimulus becomes associated with an unconditioned stimulus, and the neutral stimulus elicits a conditioned response?
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What is the name of the process in classical conditioning where a conditioned response is elicited to a stimulus that is similar to the original conditioned stimulus?
What is the name of the process in classical conditioning where a conditioned response is elicited to a stimulus that is similar to the original conditioned stimulus?
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What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is strengthened by the removal or avoidance of an aversive stimulus?
What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is strengthened by the removal or avoidance of an aversive stimulus?
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What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is strengthened by the presentation of a rewarding stimulus?
What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is strengthened by the presentation of a rewarding stimulus?
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What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is weakened by the removal of a rewarding stimulus?
What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is weakened by the removal of a rewarding stimulus?
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What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is weakened by the presentation of an aversive stimulus?
What is the term for the process in operant conditioning where a behavior is weakened by the presentation of an aversive stimulus?
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What is the name of the process in memory where an individual forgets information that was learned earlier because of newly acquired information?
What is the name of the process in memory where an individual forgets information that was learned earlier because of newly acquired information?
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What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where an individual forgets information that was learned earlier because of information that was learned earlier?
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where an individual forgets information that was learned earlier because of information that was learned earlier?
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What is the term used to describe a type of memory that allows an individual to consciously recall past events?
What is the term used to describe a type of memory that allows an individual to consciously recall past events?
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What is the term used to describe a type of memory that allows an individual to perform a skilled behavior without consciously remembering how to do it?
What is the term used to describe a type of memory that allows an individual to perform a skilled behavior without consciously remembering how to do it?
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What is the name of the process that involves transferring information from short-term memory into long-term memory?
What is the name of the process that involves transferring information from short-term memory into long-term memory?
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Which theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion?
Which theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion?
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What is the name of the theory of emotion that suggests that physiological arousal and the experience of emotion occur simultaneously?
What is the name of the theory of emotion that suggests that physiological arousal and the experience of emotion occur simultaneously?
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What is the name of the theory of emotion that suggests that the cognitive appraisal of a situation influences both physiological arousal and the experience of emotion?
What is the name of the theory of emotion that suggests that the cognitive appraisal of a situation influences both physiological arousal and the experience of emotion?
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What is the term used to describe the tendency for people to conform to the opinions and behaviors of others even when they believe those opinions or behaviors are incorrect?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for people to conform to the opinions and behaviors of others even when they believe those opinions or behaviors are incorrect?
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What is the name of the phenomenon where people work less hard when they are in a group than they would if they were working alone?
What is the name of the phenomenon where people work less hard when they are in a group than they would if they were working alone?
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What is the term for the process of making judgments about others based on our preconceived notions about certain groups of people?
What is the term for the process of making judgments about others based on our preconceived notions about certain groups of people?
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What is the term for a type of psychological disorder that is characterized by excessive worry and anxiety that is not tied to any specific threat?
What is the term for a type of psychological disorder that is characterized by excessive worry and anxiety that is not tied to any specific threat?
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What is the name of the psychological disorder that is characterized by intrusive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, and a strong urge to perform rituals in an attempt to alleviate anxiety?
What is the name of the psychological disorder that is characterized by intrusive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, and a strong urge to perform rituals in an attempt to alleviate anxiety?
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What is the term for a type of psychological disorder that is characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness that persist for an extended period of time?
What is the term for a type of psychological disorder that is characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness that persist for an extended period of time?
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Psychology 3rd Sem Sample Paper
- Sample papers are for practice only, don't rely on them too much.
- Read extra points too.
- Latest syllabus questions are in the sample paper.
- Maximum theory marks: 70
- Minimum passing marks: 28
- Assignment marks: 10
- Assignment marks will only be added if minimum passing marks are achieved in the theory exam.
- Prepare long questions first, then short questions.
Psychology Exam (2015)
- Exam code: 003
- Subject: Experimental Psychology
- Time allowed: Three hours
- Maximum marks: 70
- Question No. 1 is compulsory.
- Attempt five questions in all.
- Select one question from each unit.
- All questions carry equal marks.
- Attempt seven questions in 25-30 words each.
- Topics include: Somatic Nervous System, Conditioned Inhibition, P.S.E., Miller's Magic Number, Reinforcement, Avoidance conditioning, Frontal Lobe, Neurotransmitters.
Psychology Exam (2016)
- Subject: Experimental Psychology
- Medium: English
- Total questions: 9 + 9 + 9
- Total printed pages: 8
- Maximum marks:70
- Attempt five questions, including question no 1 and select one from each unit
- Answer seven questions briefly: Nerve Impulse, Synapse, Operant Conditioning, Reinforcement, Learning, Neurotransmitter, Proactive inhibition, Rods, Neurons, Retroactive inhibition, Short-term memory, Levels of processing memory.
- Also include questions about the functioning of a neuron, nervous system divisions, signal detection theory, subliminal perception, point of subjective equality, average error method, reinforcement in operant conditioning, classical conditioning, measurement of memory, Atkinson Shiffrin Model of Memory.
Psychology Exam (2017)
- Subject: Experimental Psychology
- Medium: All mediums
- Total questions: 9+9+9
- Maximum marks: 70
- Attempt five questions, including question no 1, selecting one from each unit.
- Answer seven questions briefly: Synapse, Higher-order conditioning, Learned helplessness, Weber's law, Rods and cones, Constant error.
Psychology Exam (2017)
- Topics: Weber's Law, Vicarious punishment, Stimulus generalization, Differentiate variable interval and variable ratio schedule, structure and functioning of human brain, basic structure of neurons and neural impulse generation, difference thresholds, Weber's Law, Psychophysics, psychophysical methods, Bandura's contribution to learning.
- Question types include brief answers (in 25-30 words).
Psychology Exam (2018)
- Subject: Experimental Psychology
- Medium: English
- Total questions: 7+7+7
- Maximum marks:70
- Attempt five questions, including Q.1 and selecting one from each unit
- Brief answer topics: Axon Terminals, Neurotransmitters, Pons, Gustation, Vitreous Humor, Organ of Corti, Weber's Fraction, P.S.E., Psychophysics, Secondary Reinforcers, Stimulus Generalization, Conditioned Response
- Topics: Differentiate between Somatic and Autonomic divisions, Explain Autonomic Nervous System in detail, Explain the various parts of brain and their functions.
Psychology Exam (2019)
- Subject: Experimental Psychology
- Medium: All mediums
- Total questions: 9+9+9
- Maximum marks:70
- Attempt five questions, including Q.1, selecting one from each unit.
- Answer seven questions briefly: Weber's Law, Shaping, Photoreceptors, Modeling, Errors, Axon and Dendrites, Variable error, Reinforcement, Temporal Lobe, Action potential, Cerebrum, Visual acuity.
Psychology Exam (2021)
- Subject: Experimental Psychology
- Medium: All mediums
- Attempt five questions in all, including one from each unit.
- Topics include Action potential, Retina, Weber's law, Olfactory sensation, Synapse, All or none law, Ratio schedule, Colour blindness, Organ of Corti, Reinforcement, Conditioned response, and Constant error.
- Also include questions about brain structure & function, theories of color vision, methods for computing differential thresholds, classical and operant conditioning, and observational learning.
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