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Psychology 6084 MCQs [All-Courses]

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Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior, mental processes, emotions, and personality. It is an important subject for competitive exams such as PPSC, FPSC, NTS, OTS, KPPSC, BPSC, AJKPSC, CSS, and PMS.

An algorithm is a:
A method of hypothesis testing involving trial and error
B a mental grouping of similar objects, events or people
C best example of particular category
D methodical step-by-step procedure for solving problems
Correct Answer: methodical step-by-step procedure for solving problems
Psychiatrists differ from psychologists in that psychiatrist:
A are physicians with a specialization in abnormal behavior and psychotherapy
B are extensively trained in the theories and techniques of Sigmund Freud
C are generally more eclectic than psychologists
D have a Masters or Ph.D. degree
Correct Answer: are extensively trained in the theories and techniques of Sigmund Freud
Phonemes are the smallest units of______in a spoken language; morphemes are the smallest units of_______in language.
A sound; syntax
B meaning; syntax
C syntax; meaning
D sound; meaning
Correct Answer: sound; syntax
Which is a definition of psychology?
A the study of human origins, evolution, and cultures
B the scientific study behavior and mental processes of any living creature
C a natural science integrating physiology and neurology
D the deductive study of forms and functions of human groups
Correct Answer: the study of human origins, evolution, and cultures
Some modern psychodynamic theorists, or neo-Freudians, focused on:
A the whole
B social motives and relationships that influence our behavior
C human experience, problems, potentials, and ideals
D observable behaviors
Correct Answer: social motives and relationships that influence our behavior
Some topic in psychology are difficult to study because:
A the overlap with other fields, such as law and business
B of ethical considerations
C advanced technology that measures brain waves is not available
D of a lack of interest in human behavior
Correct Answer: of ethical considerations
Behaviorism helped makes psychology a:
A fad
B science
C specialty
D hoax
Correct Answer: science
The psychodynamic view emphasizes the role of________in development.
A external rewards and punishments
B internal impulses, desires, and conflicts
C subjective experiences, potentials, and ideals
D Physiology, genetics, biochemistry, and evaluation
Correct Answer: internal impulses, desires, and conflicts
Which of the following is considered by the text to be a pseudo-psychology?
A cognitive psychology
B behaviorism
C Gestalt psychology
D astrology
Correct Answer: astrology
Development psychologists study the effect of_____on behavior.
A marketing
B learning disabilities
C aging
D robotics
Correct Answer: aging