Understanding Behaviour and its Characteristics

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What does behaviour encompass, according to psychologists?

  • Only mental and cognitive processes
  • Only bodily movements
  • Biological factors only
  • All actions of organisms that can be measured directly or indirectly (correct)

Why is behaviour considered a complex phenomenon?

  • Because behaviour is limited to observable actions
  • Because it does not involve cognitive processes
  • Because it only involves reflex responses
  • Due to the influence of various factors such as biological, cultural, social, and environmental (correct)

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of human behaviour in the text?

  • Affected by cultural factors
  • Influenced by past experience
  • Limited to bodily movements (correct)
  • Varies in complexity

What are some examples of simple behaviours mentioned in the text?

<p>Picking a pen and waving a friend (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why can't some internal vents of behaviour be observed directly?

<p>Because they can be measured indirectly through vocal behavior and reactions to problems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates complex activities from simple behaviours?

<p>Complex activities like repairing a car are more intricate than simple actions like waving a friend (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of behaviour, what does the term 'behaviour' encompass?

<p>All actions and responses that can be measured directly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of behaviours are mentioned in the text as examples of reflex responses?

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

According to Parameswaran & Beena, which of the following is true about human behaviour?

<p>It can be influenced by factors like cultural, social, and environmental (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of activities are mentioned in the text as becoming habits over time?

<p>Playing guitar and cycling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an internal vent of behaviour in the text?

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

What are some examples of complex activities mentioned in the text?

<p>Repairing a car (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the scope of behaviour as defined in the text?

<p>It encompasses both mental processes and physical actions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key characteristic of human behaviour according to Parameswaran & Beena?

<p>It can vary based on past experiences and emotions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'behaviour' according to psychologists?

<p>All actions and responses that can be observed in some way (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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