AP Psychology Semester 1 Final Exam Review

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Which research method involves manipulating variables to determine cause and effect?

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Experiment

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Jackson and Ava are participating in a study to determine the effects of changing bedtime on sleep quality. What is the independent variable in this study?

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The gradual bedtime change

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Ethan is conducting a study on the effects of screen time on sleep quality. Which of the following would be considered a confounding variable in this study? The amount of time participants spend on screens before bedtime. The control group’s normal sleep cycle. The gradual adjustment of bedtime in the experimental group. The researchers’ explanation of the study’s purpose after completion.

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The amount of time participants spend on screens before bedtime.

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Charlotte is conducting an experiment to see how different beverages affect study performance. Which of the following is the operational definition of the dependent variable? A cup of coffee, A cup of water, Focus and attention.

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Test scores on course material

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What cognitive bias is Dr. Smith exhibiting after claiming he knew all along that students who slept more performed better on exams?

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Hindsight bias

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What does it mean if a study finds a statistically significant correlation between stress and health outcomes?

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The observed correlation is unlikely to be due to random chance.

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Which of the following statements is TRUE about neurotransmitters?
1. Serotonin is primarily involved in the fight-or-flight response of the sympathetic nervous system.
2. Endorphins are neurotransmitters that are linked to pain relief and feelings of pleasure.
3. Norepinephrine is a neurotransmitter that is mainly associated with sleep regulation.
4. Glutamate is an inhibitory neurotransmitter that reduces neural activity in the brain.

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Endorphins are neurotransmitters that are linked to pain relief and feelings of pleasure.

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Which part of the nervous system is primarily responsible for Jamie's quick withdrawal of their hand after cutting their finger?

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Somatic Nervous System

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During a biology class, Mia accidentally touches a hot stove and quickly pulls her hand back. Which concept is most associated with this reaction?

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The Reflex Arc

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What is an example of using metacognitive skills? Options: Memorizing a list of vocabulary words for a test., Evaluating which study methods help you remember historical dates best., Reading a novel quickly to finish it in one day., Identifying the functions of different brain regions.

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Evaluating which study methods help you remember historical dates best.