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What is cognitive psychology?
Cognitive psychology is the study of how people perceive, learn, remember, and think about information.
What are the antecedents of cognitive psychology?
The antecedents of cognitive psychology are philosophical and psychological.
What is the difference between a rationalist and an empiricist?
A rationalist believes that knowledge is acquired through thinking and logical analysis, while an empiricist believes that knowledge is acquired through empirical evidence.
What is Rene Descartes' famous quote?
"Cogito, ergo sum" = "I think, therefore I am."
What method did Rene Descartes view as superior for finding truth?
Rene Descartes viewed the introspective, reflective method as being superior to empirical methods for finding truth.
Test your knowledge of the historical roots of cognitive psychology with this quiz! Explore the philosophical and psychological antecedents that paved the way for the study of how we perceive, learn, remember, and think about information.
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