Introduction to Psychology

What is the main goal of psychology?

• To guess people’s thoughts

• To study the stars and planets

• To understand and explain behavior and mental processes

• To perform surgeries

Who is often called the "father of modern psychology"?

• Sigmund Freud

• B.F. Skinner

• Wilhelm Wundt

• Ivan Pavlov

Psychology is considered a:

• Pure science

• Physical science

• Social science

• Mathematical science

Which method is most commonly used by psychologists to collect data?

• Guessing

• Intuition

• Hypnosis

• Scientific method

Which of these is NOT a commonly used research method in psychology?

• Surgery

• Surveys

• Case studies

• Experiments

What is a “hypothesis” in psychological research?

• A proven fact

• An educated guess or prediction

• A personal opinion

• An unchangeable belief

Which tool would a psychologist most likely use to measure brain activity?

• Microscope

• Thermometer

• Telescope

• Electroencephalogram

Which of the following best defines “cognition”?

• Physical strength

• Mental activities like thinking and problem solving

• Eating and sleeping habits

• Emotional sensitivity

What does a psychologist typically study?

• The weather

• Human behaviour

• Ancient history

• Earthquakes

Behavior in psychology refers to:

• Observable actions

• Problem-solving

• Dreams and wishes

• Childhood memories