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Psychology Unit 7 Lesson 3 Intuition Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 15mins

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1.

During a group study session, Harper, Arjun, and Benjamin were trying to solve a complex math problem. Suddenly, Arjun had an 'Aha!' moment and found the solution. What is this 'Aha!' moment called?

a)

A sudden realization that leads to a solution

b)

A mindset that has worked previously

2.

Abigail, Emma, and Maya are discussing their research methods for a school project. Abigail believes that confirmation bias is a tendency to search for information that confirms our current theory. Is she correct?

a)

Confirmation bias is a mindset that has worked previously.

b)

Confirmation bias is a tendency to search for information that confirms our current theory.

3.

Aria, Evelyn, and Anika are working on a project. They encounter a problem and Aria suggests a solution that has worked for them in the past. What is this an example of?

a)

A mindset that has worked previously

b)

An inability to see a problem from a new perspective

4.

Avery, Mason, and Abigail are working on a group project. They are stuck on a problem and Avery suggests they try a different approach. However, Mason and Abigail are reluctant to change their perspective. What is this scenario an example of?

a)

A mindset that has worked previously

b)

An inability to see a problem from a new perspective

5.

Michael, Lily, and Avery were discussing a recent news event. Michael argued that the event was likely to occur again because it was so memorable and stood out in their minds. Which heuristic was Michael using?

a)

The way we present an issue that affects decisions and judgments

b)

Estimating the likelihood of an event based on how much it stands out in our mind

6.

Aria, Arjun, and Hannah are participating in a quiz competition. Arjun is very confident about his answers, even though he is not getting them all correct. What error is Arjun making?

a)

Being more confident than correct

b)

The way he presents an issue that affects decisions and judgments

7.

Avery, Jackson, and Priya were discussing a recent scientific study that contradicted their long-held beliefs about climate change. Despite the evidence presented in the study, they continued to hold onto their original beliefs. This scenario is an example of which psychological concept?

a)

Holding onto our beliefs when facing contrary evidence

b)

Estimating the likelihood of an event based on how much it stands out in our mind

8.

During a class debate, Scarlett presented her argument in a certain way to influence the decision of her classmates. What is this strategy called?

a)

Estimating the likelihood of an event based on its prominence in our mind

b)

The method of presenting an issue that influences decisions and judgments

9.

Harper, Abigail, and Arjun are participating in a science fair. Harper is relying on her intuition for her project. When would Harper's intuition be effective?

a)

When it is a burst of activity in the right temporal lobe

b)

When it is a product of expertise built up from trial and error

10.

Ava, Henry, and Kai are working on a complex problem for their science project. Ava suggests they take a break. Henry is confused and asks, 'What is the power of incubation Ava is referring to?'

a)

The ability to take a break from careful thinking to allow leaps in cognition

b)

The ability to judge a situation from experience

11.

Hannah, Arjun, and Priya are discussing a recent news event. Hannah believes that the event is more likely to occur again because it's fresh in her mind. This is an example of which heuristic?

a)

The extent to which an event stands out in their mind

b)

The confidence they have in their estimates, predictions, and knowledge

12.

David, Elijah, and Noah are discussing a recent football match. David insists that his favorite team lost because the referee was biased, even though there's no concrete evidence to support this. What does David's behavior best exemplify?

a)

How much an event stands out in his mind

b)

How he interprets information to fit his beliefs

13.

Ethan, William, and Nora are discussing the likelihood of winning the lottery. Ethan believes it's more likely than it actually is because he can easily recall instances of people winning. Which heuristic is Ethan likely using that could be misleading him?

a)

The accuracy of his estimates, predictions, and knowledge

b)

The availability heuristic

14.

Henry, Scarlett, and Priya were discussing a recent scientific study that contradicted their long-held belief about climate change. Despite the evidence, they found it hard to change their belief. What is this tendency called?

a)

Belief perseverance

b)

Fixation

15.

Aiden, Elijah, and Aria are participating in a science fair. They are trying to solve a problem using a method that has worked for them in the past. What is this tendency called?

a)

Mental set

b)

Confirmation bias