PSY 210 S25

What distinguishes psychology from other disciplines that study human behavior?

• Its reliance on scientific methods and empirical research

• Its focus only on diagnosing and treating mental illness

• Its emphasis on personal opinion and intuition

• The absence of quantitative analysis in psychological studies

Which of the following best describes a key purpose of psychological research?

• To generate knowledge that can explain and predict behavior

• To reinforce personal beliefs and experiences

• To provide a universal guide for decision-making

• To replace the need for professional counseling

In undergraduate psychology programs, which area is typically least emphasized?

• Direct training in therapy techniques

• Research methods and statistical analysis

• Scientific inquiry and critical thinking

• Communication and professional development

What is the primary goal of ethical standards in psychology?

• To limit research possibilities

• To ensure integrity, trust, and responsible conduct in the field

• To allow researchers unrestricted freedom in conducting studies

• To provide strict legal enforcement for psychological professionals

A psychology student is struggling to understand a difficult concept in research methods. What is the best first step?

• Attempt to explain the concept in their own words before seeking help

• Skip that section and focus on other material

• Wait until the exam to see if the material is relevant

• Memorize the term without trying to grasp the meaning

A student is having difficulty staying engaged in online psychology courses. Which strategy would likely improve their engagement?

• Avoid asking questions in discussion forums

• Actively participate in class discussions and apply course concepts to real-life examples

• Only review lecture slides without engaging with readings

• Cram all studying into one long session before exams

A student needs to write an APA-style research paper but is unsure how to begin. What is the best approach?

• Review published journal articles for structure and formatting examples

• Write the paper informally and revise it later for APA style

• Focus only on content without considering structure

• Ignore APA guidelines, as they are mainly for professionals

A student preparing for an exam wants to maximize retention of information. Which of the following strategies is most effective?

• Spacing out study sessions over several days and engaging in active recall

• Reading over lecture slides repeatedly without testing themselves

• Memorizing definitions without applying concepts

• Cramming all study material into one night before the test

Why might psychology students initially struggle with research methods courses?

• Research methods are only relevant to clinical psychology

• They may not immediately see the connection between research methods and real-world applications

• Research does not play a significant role in psychology

• The course content is mostly theoretical with no practical applications

Why do some students find psychology statistics courses challenging?

• Statistics do not relate to real-world psychological research

• They perceive statistics as purely mathematical rather than a tool for interpreting data

• Psychology does not require quantitative reasoning skills

• Employers do not consider statistical knowledge valuable