Question 1

A(n)__________ is an explanation for a large number of findings in the natural world.

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Question 2

The major difference between pseudoscience and science is that pseudoscience

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A)  addresses different questions than science.
B)  is less similar to popular psychology than science is.
C)  lacks the safeguards against cognitive biases that characterize science.
D)  lacks the general level of public support that characterizes science.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 3

Researchers studying the mating behaviors in a rare species of bird found in South Africa are anxious to report their findings,but know the process may take months before their results are published in a peer-reviewed journal.Instead of waiting,they decide to publish their results in a popular nature magazine.This example illustrates which warning sign of pseudoscience?

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A)  Absence of connectivity
B)  Use of psychobabble
C)  Lack of self-correction
D)  Evasion of peer reviewE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 4

According to the authors,________ of the claims made by self-help proponents have been scientifically examined.

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A)  few
B)  many
C)  none
D)  roughly halfE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Evolutionary psychology

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A)  provides easily testable hypotheses.
B)  focuses only on animal behavior.
C)  applies Darwin's theory of natural selection.
D)  has solved the nature-nurture debate.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 6

For a scientific claim to be meaningful,it must be capable of being disproven.This is the scientific thinking principle of __________.

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Question 7

Dr.Jones is offering a course this semester in popular psychology.His coverage of topics will likely be focused on the

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A)  history of modern psychology.
B)  use of scientific theory in psychological practices.
C)  production of material and knowledge to be used by the general public.
D)  diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 8

A researcher published an article proposing a theory that body language is central to human communication.He keeps in mind that his theory may or may not be supported by the evidence,and may be proved wrong.The researcher's perspective illustrates the scientific thinking principle of

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A)  falsifiability.
B)  replicability.
C)  extraordinary claims.
D)  Occam's Razor.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

A science is defined by

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A)  knowledge.
B)  its concern with solving real-life practical problems.
C)  its popularity among the general public.
D)  its approach to gathering evidence.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 10

A group of scientists is attempting to verify recent data published on the chemical composition of tears and the presence of Alzheimer's disease.This illustrates the critical thinking principle of

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A)  ruling out rival hypotheses.
B)  falsifiability.
C)  replicability.
D)  Occam's Razor.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 11

Randi is giving a talk on theoretical frameworks in psychology.In her talk she mentions the importance of understanding internal psychological processes and that we are frequently unaware of the underlying causes for many of our thoughts,feelings,and behaviors.Randi's talk is most likely on ________.

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The answer of Randi is giving a talk on theoretical...

Question 12

Introspection requires

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A)  metaphysical experiences.
B)  self-skepticism about experiences.
C)  empiricism.
D)  reflection on the self.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 13

According to the authors,much of the commonsensical knowledge from popular psychology sources

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A)  is consistent with the results of psychological research.
B)  is contradicted by what psychological research has demonstrated.
C)  is not able to be studied empirically.
D)  is of no or very little interest to psychologists.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 14

The development of psychology as a discipline focused on scientific experimentation after 1879,leading to a split from its roots in ________.

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Question 15

One evening,when he couldn't sleep,Mr.Bradley turned on the television and saw an infomercial for a new sleep aid.As a critical thinker,Mr.Bradley should be most cautious about this new product if

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A)  the product had been subjected to an experimental study and the scrutiny of a peer-review process.
B)  its makers claim it has been "proven" to induce sleep in one-third the time of competing sleep aids.
C)  its makers discuss the scientific investigations that have compared it to other effective sleep aids rather than relying on testimonials of those with insomnia.
D)  the results of research connect the efficacy of the sleep aid to other widely accepted scientific findings.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Suppose that a therapist notices several clients with anxiety disorders also demonstrate symptoms consistent with major depressive disorder.Why should she be cautious in making the assumption that experiencing an anxiety disorder causes one to experience major depressive disorder?

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A)  Her observations may not be replicated by other researchers.
B)  The relationship is probably in the opposite direction; having major depressive disorder causes one to experience anxiety disorders.
C)  The relationship may really be the result of a third variable such as lack of personal control.
D)  The observed relationship creates an unfalsifiable research question.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 17

Despite the fact that scientific research has found no support or basis for the belief in "the hot hand" in baseball,basketball,or golf,the idea still persists among athletes,sports commentators,and fans.This is a classic example of

Accepted Answer

A)  belief perseverance.
B)  gullibility.
C)  the hindsight bias.
D)  scientific illiteracy.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 18

Identify the flaws in this proposed scientific theory: The man who assaulted the clerk was desperate and out of work.

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Student should recognize that a theory a...

Question 19

What early psychologist was most concerned with developing answers to questions about our conscious mental experience?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sigmund Freud
B)  B.F.Skinner
C)  Wilhelm Wundt
D)  John B.WatsonE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 20

A group of animal behaviorists has discovered several new species of insects in the Amazon jungle.They collect the new species for later study back at the camp.Due to advances in computer technology,they are able to transfer their findings immediately to other researchers studying insects.Their willingness to share these findings with other scientists shows their commitment to

Accepted Answer

A)  critical thinking.
B)  falsifiability.
C)  peer review.
D)  pseudoscience.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

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A(n)__________ is an explanation for a large number of findings in the natural world.

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Despite the fact that scientific research has found no support or basis for the belief in "the hot hand" in baseball,basketball,or golf,the idea still persists among athletes,sports commentators,and fans.This is a classic example of

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The major difference between pseudoscience and science is that pseudoscience

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Identify the flaws in this proposed scientific theory: The man who assaulted the clerk was desperate and out of work.

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Introspection requires

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For a scientific claim to be meaningful,it must be capable of being disproven.This is the scientific thinking principle of __________.

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Evolutionary psychology

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The development of psychology as a discipline focused on scientific experimentation after 1879,leading to a split from its roots in ________.

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According to the authors,________ of the claims made by self-help proponents have been scientifically examined.

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Suppose that a therapist notices several clients with anxiety disorders also demonstrate symptoms consistent with major depressive disorder.Why should she be cautious in making the assumption that experiencing an anxiety disorder causes one to experience major depressive disorder?

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A group of scientists is attempting to verify recent data published on the chemical composition of tears and the presence of Alzheimer's disease.This illustrates the critical thinking principle of

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