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(TCO 1) What is the process of objectively evaluating, comparing, analyzing, and synthesizing information? (Points : 2)
empiricism
science
critical thinking
mental processing
2. (TCO 1) What are the goals of psychology? (Points : 2)
explore the conscious and unconscious functions of the human mind
understand, compare, and analyze human behavior
improve psychological well-being in all individuals from conception to death
describe, explain, predict, and change behavior
3. (TCO 1) A person who believes that genetics, chemical imbalances in the brain, and hormonal imbalances are responsible for explaining behavior takes the side of _________________. (Points : 2)
nature
nurture
both nature and nurture
cognitive influences
4. (TCO 1) Functionalism was strongly influenced by what previous theory? (Points : 2)
Darwin's theory of evolution
structuralism
behaviorism
Pavlov's theory of classical conditioning
5. (TCO 1) Pavlov's concept of ______________ explained behavior as a result of observable stimuli and observable responses. (Points : 2)
introspection
conditioning
functionalism
shaping
6. (TCO 1) Behaviorists were different conceptually from earlier psychologists and ____ (Points : 2)
rejected the practice of introspection.
rejected the influence of unconscious forces.
believed classical conditioning only applied to animals such as Pavlov's dogs.
a and b
7. (TCO 1) A state of self-fulfillment all individuals naturally strive to develop and move toward, according to Abraham Maslow, is called _____. (Points : 2)
self satisfaction
joy
self actualization
accomplishment
8. (TCO 1) Cognitive psychology focuses on ____. (Points : 2)
conflict within the conscious mind.
the positive, creative,...