AP Psychology ChAPters 1-3 Je
This quiz is a brief examine of your knowledge of concepts discussed in chapters one through three. Though these questions do not go into great depth of these chapters, the quiz is specialized to examine broad terms discussed.
- 1.
All of the following were accomplishments of Wilhelm Wundt except?
- A.
Devolping psychology into its own independent study
- B.
Studying psychology in Asia
- C.
Establishing the first formal labatory dedicated to the study of psychology at the university of Leipzig
- D.
Establishing the first journals dedicated to publishing research on psychology
- E.
Promoting the idea of psychology being a science, modeled after fields such as physics and chemistry
Correct Answer
B. Studying psychology in AsiaExplanation
Wilhelm Wundt is known as the father of experimental psychology and made significant contributions to the field. He established the first formal laboratory for psychology at the University of Leipzig and promoted the idea of psychology being a science, similar to physics and chemistry. He also established the first journals dedicated to publishing research on psychology. However, there is no evidence or mention of Wundt studying psychology in Asia. Therefore, studying psychology in Asia is not one of his accomplishments.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many pages of books was it estimated that Wundt published throughout his career?
- A.
54,000 pages
- B.
500,000 pages
- C.
50,000 pages
- D.
5 pages
- E.
25 pages
Correct Answer
A. 54,000 pagesExplanation
Wundt was a prolific writer and published an estimated 54,000 pages of books throughout his career. This demonstrates his extensive contribution to the field of psychology and his dedication to research and knowledge dissemination. His vast body of work is a testament to his influence and impact on the development of psychology as a scientific discipline.Rate this question:
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- 3.
All the following are behaviorlist except?
- A.
Sigmund Freud
- B.
John B. Watson
- C.
Ivan Pavlov
- D.
James Olds
- E.
Both a and d
Correct Answer
E. Both a and dExplanation
The correct answer is "both a and d" because Sigmund Freud and James Olds are not behaviorists. Sigmund Freud was a psychoanalyst who focused on the unconscious mind and the role of childhood experiences in shaping behavior. James Olds was a neuroscientist who conducted research on the brain's reward system. In contrast, John B. Watson and Ivan Pavlov were behaviorists who believed that behavior could be explained by observable stimuli and responses.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following is NOT a step in the scientific investigation?
- A.
Report the findings
- B.
Collect the data
- C.
Call APA for approval of investigation
- D.
Design the study
- E.
Formulate a hypothesis
Correct Answer
C. Call APA for approval of investigationExplanation
Calling APA for approval of investigation is not a step in the scientific investigation because APA (American Psychological Association) is an organization that provides guidelines and standards for conducting research in the field of psychology. While it is important to follow ethical guidelines and obtain necessary approvals for research, this specific step is not universally applicable to all scientific investigations.Rate this question:
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- 5.
All of the following are data collection techniques EXCEPT?
- A.
Questionaire
- B.
Direct Observation
- C.
Interview
- D.
APA Conference
- E.
Psychological recording
Correct Answer
D. APA ConferenceExplanation
The APA Conference is not a data collection technique because it is a professional conference where psychologists gather to present and discuss research findings, theories, and advancements in the field. It is a platform for sharing knowledge and networking, rather than a method for collecting data.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which is not considered a positive correlation?
- A.
Greater studying time; increased scores on test
- B.
More practice of a sport; better preformance in that sport
- C.
The more milk you drank; the less chance you will break a bone
- D.
Both c and e
- E.
The more absences of a class; the lower the scores on a test
Correct Answer
D. Both c and eExplanation
The given answer, "both c and e," is correct because both statements in option c and e describe negative correlations, not positive correlations. In option c, as the amount of milk consumed increases, the chance of breaking a bone decreases, indicating a negative correlation. Similarly, in option e, as the number of absences in a class increases, the scores on a test decrease, again representing a negative correlation. Positive correlation implies that as one variable increases, the other variable also increases.Rate this question:
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- 7.
All of the following are neurotransmitters except?
- A.
Hypothalamus
- B.
GABA
- C.
Serotonin
- D.
Acetylcholine
- E.
Dopamine
Correct Answer
A. HypothalamusExplanation
The question is asking for a neurotransmitter that is not included in the given options. The options provided are GABA, serotonin, acetylcholine, and dopamine, all of which are neurotransmitters. However, hypothalamus is not a neurotransmitter. The hypothalamus is a region in the brain that helps regulate various bodily functions, including hormone release, body temperature, and hunger. It does not function as a neurotransmitter itself.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is made up of nerves that connect to all the following areas except?
- A.
Heart
- B.
Glands
- C.
Blood vessels
- D.
Smooth muscles
- E.
Hard muscles
Correct Answer
E. Hard musclesExplanation
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is responsible for regulating involuntary bodily functions. It controls the activity of organs such as the heart, glands, blood vessels, and smooth muscles. However, it does not directly control hard muscles, which are under the control of the somatic nervous system.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The brain is composed of how many ventricles?
- A.
82
- B.
4
- C.
3
- D.
2,000,000,000
- E.
None
Correct Answer
B. 4Explanation
The brain is composed of four ventricles. These ventricles are interconnected cavities filled with cerebrospinal fluid that help cushion and protect the brain. They also play a role in the production and circulation of cerebrospinal fluid, which helps maintain the chemical environment of the brain. The four ventricles are the two lateral ventricles, the third ventricle, and the fourth ventricle.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which is not a part of the human brain?
- A.
Adrenal gland
- B.
Cerebrum
- C.
Amygdala
- D.
Corpus callosum
- E.
Reticular formation
Correct Answer
A. Adrenal glandExplanation
The adrenal gland is not a part of the human brain. It is an endocrine gland located on top of the kidneys. The brain is composed of several parts, including the cerebrum, amygdala, corpus callosum, and reticular formation, which are involved in various functions such as cognition, emotion, communication between brain hemispheres, and regulation of arousal and sleep. However, the adrenal gland is responsible for producing hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which play a role in the body's response to stress and regulation of metabolism.Rate this question:
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