Psychology Review 2

What is the difference between sensation and perception?

• Sensation involves only visual stimuli, while perception involves all senses.

• Perception is the detection of stimuli; sensation is the interpretation.

• Sensation is the detection of stimuli; perception is the interpretation of those stimuli.

• Sensation is the same as perception.

How does transduction occur in the sensory systems?

• Transduction is the process of filtering out irrelevant stimuli.

• Transduction occurs when sensory receptors convert stimuli into electrical signals.

• Sensory receptors amplify stimuli without converting them.

• Transduction occurs only in the brain.

What role does attention play in the perception of stimuli?

• Attention only affects auditory stimuli.

• Attention has no effect on perception.

• Attention enhances the perception of stimuli by prioritizing relevant information and filtering out distractions.

• Attention decreases the ability to perceive stimuli.

How do emotions influence our motivations?

• Motivations are solely based on logical reasoning, not emotions.

• Emotions only serve to distract us from our goals.

• Emotions influence our motivations by enhancing or hindering our desire to pursue goals based on how we feel.

• Emotions have no effect on our motivations.

What are the main components of happiness according to psychological research?

• Stress management, time management, communication skills

• Positive emotions, life satisfaction, sense of purpose.

• Creativity, intelligence, popularity

• Financial success, social status, physical appearance

Is the experience of feeling or emotion.

• Emotion

• Affect

• Stimuli

• Behavior

Hormones affect memory

• True

• False

How can stress impact memory retention?

• Stress enhances memory retention by stimulating the hippocampus.

• Stress has no effect on memory retention whatsoever.

• Stress negatively impacts memory retention by impairing the hippocampus's ability to function properly.

• Stress improves focus, leading to better memory recall.

What are the characteristics of multiple intelligences theory?

• All intelligences are the same for every individual.

• Only academic skills are valued in multiple intelligences theory.

• The characteristics of multiple intelligences theory include the recognition of diverse types of intelligences, the idea that individuals have unique combinations of these intelligences, and the emphasis on valuing different abilities beyond traditional academic skills.

• There are only two types of intelligences recognized.

How does motivation affect learning outcomes?

• Motivation only affects test scores, not overall learning.

• Motivation has no impact on learning outcomes.

• Motivation positively influences learning outcomes by increasing engagement and persistence.

• Higher motivation leads to lower engagement in learning.