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4. Professor Scott is a psychologist conducting research on the behavior of children. He observes them in an
amusement park as they take turns on the new carousel. He records how many times a child complains to his or
her parent about not getting a turn. In this scenario, which goal of psychological science is Professor Scott
utilizing in his research?
A. To describe
B. To explain
C. To predict
D. To control
Answer: A
Feedback: Defining Psychology
Topic: Definition of Psychology
Bloom’s Level: Apply
Difficulty: High
APA Learning Outcome: 1.2
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8. Psychologists rely on _____, which is the process of thinking reflectively and actively and evaluating
evidence.
A. subjectivity
B. creative thinking
C. critical thinking
D. selective wisdom
Answer: C
Feedback: The Psychological Frame of Mind
Topic: Critical Thinking
Bloom’s Level: Remember
Difficulty: Low
APA Learning Outcome: 1.1
10. Rena’s boss, a criminal lawyer, informs her that after studying all the material on their prospective client, he
has realized that the client has committed the crime; therefore, they cannot represent him. Rena is not
convinced. She wants to take another look at the data and make sure that he has come to the right conclusion. In
this scenario, Rena is exhibiting an attitude of:
A. secrecy.
B. ignorance.
C. problem solving.
D. critical thinking.
Answer: D
Feedback: The Psychological Frame of Mind
Topic: Critical Thinking
Bloom’s Level: Apply
Difficulty: High
APA Learning Outcome: 1.2
11. Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the attitude of skepticism in psychology?
A. Martina asks her pharmacist to repeat the instructions for taking her medication.
B. Doug tells a customer at his clothing boutique that she can buy clothes that are cheaper at another store.
C. Lindsey wonders if the sleeping pill she has been prescribed can really help her sleep.
D. Alex buys the newest exercise ball in the market to help him lose weight in just five days.
Answer: C
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13. In psychological studies, being open to the evidence means thinking _____.
A. skeptically
B. objectively
C. critically
D. curiously
Answer: B
Feedback: The Psychological Frame of Mind
Topic: Definition of Psychology
Bloom’s Level: Remember
Difficulty: Low
APA Learning Outcome: 2.2
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16. The small town of Adasia experienced its first horrific crime when a family of six was murdered in broad
daylight. The perpetrator committed the crime and then killed himself. Instead of hating the murderer, the
people of Adasia focused on forgiving him for his sins. They set up a fund for his family. Which of the
following approaches to psychology would be best able to rationalize the people’s behavior?
A. Positive psychology
B. Psychoanalysis
C. Biopsychology
D. Psychopathology
Answer: A
Feedback: Psychology as the Science of All Human Behavior
Topic: Positive Psychology
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Difficulty: High
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18. The method of study used by Wilhelm Wundt and his collaborators to discover the basic elements, or
“structures,” of mental processes was _____.
A. psychonautics
B. natural selection
C. introspection
D. psychoanalysis
Answer: C
Feedback: Wundt’s Structuralism and James’s Functionalism
Topic: Structuralism
Bloom’s Level: Remember
Difficulty: Low
APA Learning Outcome: 2.2
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