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| Which subject | Psychology |
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| What topic | paper 2 ocr gcse psychology |
| Question types | Close-ended |
| Number of questions | 15 |
| Number of answers | 1 |
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Answer the following questions by selecting the most appropriate answer from the options provided. Each question has one correct answer.
What is the primary focus of developmental psychology?
A. The influence of biological factors on behaviour
B. Changes in psychological functions over the lifespan
C. The treatment of mental disorders
D. Cognitive processes in decision-making
Which psychological approach emphasises the role of environmental stimuli in shaping behaviour?
A. Humanistic
B. Psychoanalytic
C. Behaviourist
D. Cognitive
What does the term 'nature vs. nurture' refer to in psychology?
A. The role of genetics compared to upbringing
B. The evaluation of mental processes
C. The comparison between human and animal behaviour
D. The significance of mental disorders
In the context of memory, what is the ‘multi-store model’?
A. A single system that processes all types of memory
B. A theory explaining the interaction between short-term and long-term memory
C. A model that suggests memories are stored as images
D. A sequential model of memory processing
Which term refers to the tendency of individuals to conform to the opinions or behaviours of a group?
A. Compliance
B. Obedience
C. Conformity
D. Social facilitation
According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, which of the following is at the highest level?
A. Safety needs
B. Physiological needs
C. Esteem needs
D. Self-actualisation
What is the primary aim of a psychological experiment?
A. To evaluate existing theories
B. To demonstrate the effects of medication
C. To test hypotheses under controlled conditions
D. To survey public opinion
In psychological research, what is a 'control group'?
A. A group exposed to the independent variable
B. A group that receives no treatment or intervention
C. A group that is monitored over time
D. A group selected randomly from the population
Which of the following best describes ‘cognitive dissonance’?
A. The discomfort felt when holding contradictory beliefs
B. A method of resolving conflicts
C. The ability to recall specific details
D. A method for decision-making
What type of reinforcement involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus?
A. Positive reinforcement
B. Negative reinforcement
C. Punishment
D. Extinction
What is a primary characteristic of the humanistic approach in psychology?
A. Focus on observable behaviour
B. Emphasis on unconscious processes
C. Importance of personal growth and self-fulfilment
D. Study of societal influences on behaviour
Which psychologist is most associated with classical conditioning?
A. B.F. Skinner
B. Sigmund Freud
C. Ivan Pavlov
D. Albert Bandura
What does the term ‘operant conditioning’ refer to?
A. Learning through observation
B. Learning through rewards and punishments
C. Learning that involves conscious thought processes
D. Learning by associating stimuli
In social psychology, what does the term ‘bystander effect’ describe?
A. Increased helping behaviour in groups
B. Decreased likelihood of helping when others are present
C. The tendency to blame victims
D. The effect of a single witness in emergencies
What is 'projective testing' primarily used for?
A. Measuring learning styles
B. Assessing personality dynamics
C. Evaluating social interactions
D. Testing cognitive abilities
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