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Example Questions
Example Question #1 : Biological Level Of Analysis
Studies on gender differences in learning have demonstrated that discrepancies in learning between men and women can be attributed to which of the following factors?
Biological variations in hormones
Stereotypical gender expectations
Familiarity with the material to-be-learned
All of these
None of these
All of these
Research about learning differences between men and women is mixed, and there does not appear to be conclusive evidence of any inherent biological differences. Most studies seem to indicate that when differences are found, they can be explained by the level of familiarity the individuals have with the subject to be learned or by stereotypical expectations about gender. Although hormones may not affect overall intellect, hormone levels can impact performance at a given point in time and impact learning.
Example Question #2 : Biological Level Of Analysis
Studies on gender differences in learning have demonstrated that discrepancies in learning between men and women can be attributed to which of the following factors?
None of these
Stereotypical gender expectations
Familiarity with the material to-be-learned
Biological variations in hormones
All of these
All of these
Research about learning differences between men and women is mixed, and there does not appear to be conclusive evidence of any inherent biological differences. Most studies seem to indicate that when differences are found, they can be explained by the level of familiarity the individuals have with the subject to be learned or by stereotypical expectations about gender. Although hormones may not affect overall intellect, hormone levels can impact performance at a given point in time and impact learning.
Example Question #1 : Cognitive Level Of Analysis
Which of the following statements is/are true of the differences between fluid intelligence and crystallized intelligence?
I. Fluid intelligence tends to decrease as we age, while crystallized intelligence tends to hold steady or even increase
II. Fluid intelligence tends to increase as we age, while crystallized intelligence tends to hold steady or even decrease
III. Fluid intelligence concerns the ability to acquire new information and skills, while crystallized intelligence deals with knowledge previously acquired
II and III
I and III
I only
II only
III only
I and III
Fluid intelligence concerns the ability to solve abstract problems and to use new information effectively, and tends to decrease as we age. Crystallized intelligence involves the use of information recalled from previous education and experience, and does not decrease with age (and may even get better as we get older). Statements I and III are both true.
Example Question #2 : Cognitive Level Of Analysis
Which of the following statements is/are true of the differences between fluid intelligence and crystallized intelligence?
I. Fluid intelligence tends to decrease as we age, while crystallized intelligence tends to hold steady or even increase
II. Fluid intelligence tends to increase as we age, while crystallized intelligence tends to hold steady or even decrease
III. Fluid intelligence concerns the ability to acquire new information and skills, while crystallized intelligence deals with knowledge previously acquired
I and III
II and III
III only
I only
II only
I and III
Fluid intelligence concerns the ability to solve abstract problems and to use new information effectively, and tends to decrease as we age. Crystallized intelligence involves the use of information recalled from previous education and experience, and does not decrease with age (and may even get better as we get older). Statements I and III are both true.
Example Question #1 : Ib Psychology Hl
According to which theory would a person who faints in the middle of the street be less likely to be helped if there are ten witnesses rather than one?
Social facilitation
Social loafing
Cognitive dissonance
Fundamental attribution error
Bystander effect
Bystander effect
The "bystander effect" refers to the phenomenon that people are less likely to intervene in emergency situations when a group of people are present. This finding is attributed to diffusion of responsibility, where people feel less responsible in groups than when they are alone. Cognitive dissonance refers to a person's attempt to resolve the discomfort experienced by holding contradictory beliefs. The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to make internal attributions for other people's behaviors rather than look at the situation. Social loafing occurs when people put in less effort when working in groups rather than when working alone. They often feel that their minimal contributions will not be noticed. On the other hand, social facilitation refers to the tendency of people to perform better when in the presence of others.
Example Question #2 : Sociocultural Level Of Analysis
According to which theory would a person who faints in the middle of the street be less likely to be helped if there are ten witnesses rather than one?
Social facilitation
Cognitive dissonance
Bystander effect
Fundamental attribution error
Social loafing
Bystander effect
The "bystander effect" refers to the phenomenon that people are less likely to intervene in emergency situations when a group of people are present. This finding is attributed to diffusion of responsibility, where people feel less responsible in groups than when they are alone. Cognitive dissonance refers to a person's attempt to resolve the discomfort experienced by holding contradictory beliefs. The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to make internal attributions for other people's behaviors rather than look at the situation. Social loafing occurs when people put in less effort when working in groups rather than when working alone. They often feel that their minimal contributions will not be noticed. On the other hand, social facilitation refers to the tendency of people to perform better when in the presence of others.
Example Question #1 : Abnormal Psychology
Sarah alternates between periods of sadness—where she has little interest in life and low energy—and periods of excessive energy—where she has little need for sleep and engages in reckless behavior. Given what you know about her symptoms, what is Sarah's most likely diagnosis?
Generalized anxiety disorder
Depression
Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Borderline personality disorder
Bipolar disorder
Sarah's symptoms are consistent with “bipolar disorder,” which includes alternating between periods of depression and mania. By definition, a manic episode must last at least one week and not be induced by drugs or alcohol. Even though Sarah experiences periods of “depression,” bipolar disorder is the more appropriate diagnosis due to her manic episodes. “Borderline personality disorder” includes symptoms related to instability in relationships, emotions, and self-image. “Generalized anxiety disorder” is characterized by excessive anxiety regarding a number of things that induces impaired functioning. Last, “schizophrenia” is a psychotic disorder that involves at least two of the following symptoms: hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, disorganized behavior, and emotional flattening.
Example Question #6 : Ib Psychology Hl
Which of Jean Piaget's 4 stages of cognitive development is characterized by the ability to use language and the inability to understand concrete logic?
Concrete operational stage
Sensorimotor stage
None of these
Preoperational stage
Formal operational stage
Preoperational stage
In the preoperational stage (~2-7 years old), a human can speak and understand language, but cannot yet comprehend concrete logic or complex relationships between characteristics of objects. Piaget also characterizes this as a stage of egocentrism.
Example Question #7 : Ib Psychology Hl
Which of Jean Piaget's 4 stages of cognitive development is characterized by the ability to use language and the inability to understand concrete logic?
Preoperational stage
Concrete operational stage
Formal operational stage
None of these
Sensorimotor stage
Preoperational stage
In the preoperational stage (~2-7 years old), a human can speak and understand language, but cannot yet comprehend concrete logic or complex relationships between characteristics of objects. Piaget also characterizes this as a stage of egocentrism.
Example Question #1 : Ib Psychology Hl
Regarding a person's risk of heart disease, the American Psychological Association has stated that mental health (e.g. thoughts, attitudes, and emotions) is __________ as important as the physical factors (e.g. exercise, diet, smoking, and drinking) that contribute to the risk of heart disease.
None of these
not
twice
just
half
just
Regarding a person's risk of heart disease, the American Psychological Association has stated that mental health is "just" as important as the physical factors that contribute to the risk of heart disease. The methods that individuals use to cope with stress are directly correlated to how the cardiovascular system responds to a stress inducing situation. Individuals that respond to stress with anger or have a history of depression are at an increased risk of heart disease, which includes heart attack and stroke.