Question 1

It is recommended you begin studying with a survey. This includes _____
A)skimming through everything.
B)writing a brief summary.
C)reading the learning objectives.
D)doing all the Try It activities.

Accepted Answer

Surveying by first reading the learning objectives can help provide focus and direction for the rest of the studying. Skimming and doing Try It activities may not necessarily provide as much context or direction. Writing a brief summary can be helpful, but reading the learning objectives provides a specific goal to work towards.

Question 2

The scientific method starts with _____
A)a theory.
B)a hypothesis.
C)an experiment.
D)observations.

Accepted Answer

The scientific method always begins with observations. These observations can then be used to formulate a hypothesis, which can be tested through experiments. If the results of the experiment support the hypothesis, it can become a theory.

Question 3

Which of the following represents a replication?
A)Josh did the first-ever study on color perception in hummingbirds.
B)Hunter repeated Josh's study as exactly as possible.
C)Lyta's study was peer-reviewed.
D)Orlando's study was published.

Accepted Answer

A replication is the repetition of a previously completed study.

Question 4

_____ is the most objective method known for acquiring knowledge.
A)Observational research
B)The scientific method
C)A pilot study
D)A case study

Accepted Answer

The scientific method systematically controls variables reducing bias and error.

Question 5

Professor Jimenez wants to share her research and wants others to know it was methodologically sound. Therefore, she should _____
A)self-publish and describe her methods.
B)submit her work to a journal for peer-review.
C)give a talk at a conference.
D)get on a morning news show.

Accepted Answer

Peer-reviewed studies have been reviewed by other researchers and found methodologically sound before being accepted for publication.

Question 6

"If children watch violent cartoons, then they will become more aggressive." According to the scientific method, this statement is a _____
A)guess.
B)theory.
C)hypothesis.
D)fact.

Accepted Answer

In the "if, then" form, this is a testable statement and therefore a hypothesis.

Question 7

Using research results to solve practical problems is an example of the goal of ____
A)prediction.
B)influence.
C)explanation.
D)replication.

Accepted Answer

The goal of influence is to use research results to solve practical problems and make a positive impact on society. Prediction is the goal of anticipating future outcomes based on research. Explanation is the goal of understanding the processes and mechanisms underlying phenomena through research. Replication is the goal of verifying or confirming research findings through repeated studies.

Question 8

The reason for using the SQ3R method is that research indicates it is _____
A)faster.
B)more effective.
C)easier.
D)less efficient.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that the SQ3R method is more effective than other methods of reading and studying. It helps in improving comprehension, retention, and overall learning outcomes.

Question 9

Rory is a college student who intends to become a scientist. In order for his work to be considered science, he must _____
A)correctly employ the scientific method when acquiring knowledge.
B)stay away from the hard sciences like physics or chemistry.
C)give up psychology as his major.
D)get a doctoral degree.

Accepted Answer

If the scientific method is used to acquire knowledge, then a field of study can be considered a science.

Question 10

A theory is _____
A)proposed to explain how a number of separate facts are related.
B)a testable prediction about mental processes or behavior.
C)a set of observations.
D)proven by peer review.

Accepted Answer

A theory attempts to explain how a number of separate facts are related with a general principle or set of principles.

Question 11

Dr. Johnson's study on the effectiveness of a new medication for anxiety demonstrated positive results. Before assuming the medication is effective, it would be best to _____
A)replicate the study.
B)start with a new hypothesis.
C)wait until his study is published.
D)try the medicine ourselves.

Accepted Answer

The purpose of replication is to determine if results were a one-time phenomenon.

Question 12

The Q (Question)part of SQ3R means, in part, that you should _____
A)answer the quiz questions at the chapter's end first.
B)come up with some questions of your own about each topic.
C)question whether the textbook is correct.
D)ask other people questions about each topic.

Accepted Answer

The Q part of SQ3R stands for "Question." This means that you should come up with some questions of your own about each topic, which helps you to actively engage with the material and focus your attention on important information. It is not about answering quiz questions or questioning the correctness of the textbook, nor is it about asking others questions about the topic.

Question 13

Kayla thinks she has noticed a pattern of differences in her male and female friends' video game scores and she wonders why. She notices her male friends spend more time playing and thinks that may be the reason. Which of the following is an attempt to achieve the goal of prediction?
A)calculating her friends' average scores
B)making the males in her study play with one hand
C)hypothesizing scores will be equivalent if they play the same amount of time
D)using the study results to improve female's scores

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is a testable prediction; a prediction specifies the conditions under which a behavior will occur.

Question 14

A psychologist is interested in finding out why identical twins have different personalities. This psychologist is most interested in the goal of _____
A)description.
B)explanation.
C)prediction.
D)influence.

Accepted Answer

"Why" asks for an explanation.

Question 15

Using knowledge obtained through the scientific method to develop cohesive _____ can help us understand complex phenomena.
A)hypotheses
B)theories
C)experiments
D)predictions

Accepted Answer

Theories are developed to explain how a number of separate facts are related and therefore can apply to complex phenomena.

Question 16

The study method called SQ3R includes _____
A)reading the whole chapter at once.
B)reciting the material.
C)copying the chapter by hand.
D)putting key points inside squares.

Accepted Answer

SQ3R stands for Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review. Reciting the material is a key step in this study method.

Answer: D 
 Putting key points inside squares is one of the techniques used in the SQ3R method. Reading the whole chapter at once or copying the chapter by hand are not part of this study method.

Question 17

Psychology is _____
A)a collection of theories that have yet to be tested out.
B)the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.
C)the study of supernatural phenomena.
D)just various forms of therapy.

Accepted Answer

Psychology is defined as the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, which includes researching and understanding human thoughts and emotions, personality, behavior, and relationships. It is based on empirical evidence, research, and theoretical frameworks that help explain and predict behavior. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not reflect the definition of psychology.

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of research?
A)studying what methods work to improve memory
B)studying the difference between short and long-term memory
C)studying the neurochemistry of memory
D)altering memory in mice to better understand memory storage

Accepted Answer

Applied research is conducted to solve a practical problem and improve quality of life.

Question 19

Proposing reasons for behaviors and mental processes is an example of _____
A)description.
B)explanation.
C)influence.
D)prediction.

Accepted Answer

Proposing reasons for behaviors and mental processes is known as explanation. It involves attempting to understand and interpret the causes and factors that contribute to an individual's thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Question 20

The goals of psychology are to _____
A)explore the unconscious functions of the mind.
B)understand, compare, and analyze human behavior.
C)improve psychological well-being in all individuals.
D)describe, explain, predict, and influence behavior.

Accepted Answer

The goals of psychology are to describe, explain, predict, and influence human behavior. Psychology seeks to understand and analyze behavior through research and experimentation and ultimately apply that knowledge to improve individual well-being and society as a whole. Exploring the unconscious functions of the mind is one aspect of psychology, but it does not encompass the entire field.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Psychology

It is recommended you begin studying with a survey. This includes _____

The scientific method starts with _____

Which of the following represents a replication?

_____ is the most objective method known for acquiring knowledge.

Professor Jimenez wants to share her research and wants others to know it was methodologically sound. Therefore, she should _____

"If children watch violent cartoons, then they will become more aggressive." According to the scientific method, this statement is a _____

Using research results to solve practical problems is an example of the goal of ____

The reason for using the SQ3R method is that research indicates it is _____

Rory is a college student who intends to become a scientist. In order for his work to be considered science, he must _____

A theory is _____

Dr. Johnson's study on the effectiveness of a new medication for anxiety demonstrated positive results. Before assuming the medication is effective, it would be best to _____

The Q (Question) part of SQ3R means, in part, that you should _____

Kayla thinks she has noticed a pattern of differences in her male and female friends' video game scores and she wonders why. She notices her male friends spend more time playing and thinks that may be the reason. Which of the following is an attempt to achieve the goal of prediction?

A psychologist is interested in finding out why identical twins have different personalities. This psychologist is most interested in the goal of _____

Using knowledge obtained through the scientific method to develop cohesive _____ can help us understand complex phenomena.

The study method called SQ3R includes _____

Psychology is _____

Which of the following is an example of research?

Proposing reasons for behaviors and mental processes is an example of _____

The goals of psychology are to _____