Semester 1 Psychology Summative exam (FINAL)

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What is a circadian rhythm?

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A circadian rhythm is a biological clock that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and other physiological processes in a roughly 24-hour cycle.

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What is the function of the sympathetic nervous system?

Back

The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses, increasing heart rate, dilating pupils, and redirecting blood flow to muscles.

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Which brain structure is associated with fear responses?

Back

The amygdala is the brain structure most closely associated with processing fear and emotional responses.

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What does a correlation represent in statistics?

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A correlation indicates the degree to which two variables are related, showing how one variable may change in relation to another.

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What is transduction in psychology?

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Transduction is the process of converting physical energy from the environment into neural signals that can be interpreted by the brain.

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Define sensory adaptation.

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Sensory adaptation is the process by which our sensitivity to unchanging stimuli decreases over time.

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What is the role of the hippocampus in memory?

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The hippocampus is crucial for the formation of new memories and is involved in learning and spatial navigation.

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Explain the concept of parallel processing in the brain.

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Parallel processing refers to the brain's ability to process multiple streams of information simultaneously, such as visual and auditory stimuli.

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What is the difference between descriptive statistics and inferential statistics?

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Descriptive statistics summarize and describe the characteristics of a data set, while inferential statistics use a sample to make inferences about a population.

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What is the function of the medulla in the brain?

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The medulla regulates vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.