This is a fun test bank to make based on all chapters, nothing is left out. They are based upon directions by our professor in preparation of the exam. All answers are given. At the end I've added 10 more questions that will make your head twirl. Good luck!
Psychology The Science of Behavior
G. Neil Martin
9780205685578
7th International edition
65 OPEN QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ALL CHAPTERS
Perfect test bank preparation! + 10 advanced questions at the end just for fun
,Chapter 1: Introduction to Psychology
1. Q: What is the definition of psychology according to the book?
A: Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.
2. Q: What are the main goals of psychology?
A: To describe, explain, predict, and control behavior and mental processes.
3. Q: What is the significance of Wilhelm Wundt in psychology?
A: Wundt established the first psychology laboratory in 1879 and is considered the
father of experimental psychology.
4. Q: What is the biopsychosocial approach?
A: It is a perspective that integrates biological, psychological, and social-cultural
factors to understand behavior and mental processes.
, 5. Q: What are the main subfields of psychology discussed in the book?
A: Clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, biological, and industrial-organizational
psychology.
Chapter 2: Research Methods in Psychology
6. Q: What is the scientific method?
A: A systematic, step-by-step procedure for conducting research.
7. Q: Name two types of research methods used in psychology.
A: Experimental and observational methods.
8. Q: What is a hypothesis?
A: A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.
9. Q: What is the importance of operational definitions in research?
A: They define variables in measurable terms to ensure clarity and replication.
10. Q: What is the difference between a dependent variable and an independent variable?
A: The independent variable is manipulated by the researcher, while the dependent
variable is measured to see the effect of the manipulation.
11. Q: What is random assignment, and why is it important?
A: Random assignment ensures participants are randomly allocated to experimental or
control groups to reduce bias.
12. Q: What is a double-blind procedure?
A: A research design in which neither the participants nor the researchers know who
is in the experimental or control group, reducing bias.
Chapter 3: Biological Bases of Behavior
13. Q: What is a neuron?
A: A neuron is a nerve cell that transmits information in the nervous system.
14. Q: Name the main parts of a neuron.
A: Dendrites, cell body, axon, and terminal buttons.
15. Q: What is the function of the myelin sheath?
A: It insulates axons and speeds up neural transmission.
16. Q: What is the role of neurotransmitters?
A: They are chemical messengers that transmit signals across synapses between
neurons.
17. Q: Name two major divisions of the nervous system.
A: The central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).
18. Q: What is the function of the amygdala?
A: It plays a key role in processing emotions, especially fear and aggression.
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