TULANE ROLLINS PSYCH Test 4 Practice
Questions Answered Correctly Latest Versions
2025 Graded A+
1: Describe the concept of groupthink.
Groupthink is a psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony and
conformity in a group leads to irrational or dysfunctional decision-making
outcomes.
2: What is the role of the prefrontal cortex in decision-making?--- correct answer
--- The prefrontal cortex is involved in complex cognitive behavior, decision-
making, and moderating social behavior.
3: Explain the term synaptic pruning.
Synaptic pruning is the process of eliminating weaker synaptic connections while
strengthening the more frequently used ones, crucial for brain development.
4: How does the attachment style formed in childhood affect adult relationships?-
-- correct answer ---
Attachment styles formed in childhood, such as secure, anxious, or avoidant, can
influence patterns of behavior and emotional responses in adult relationships.
5: What is the significance of the nature vs. nurture debate in psychology?---
correct answer --- The nature vs. nurture debate explores the relative
contributions of genetic inheritance and environmental factors to human
,development and behavior.
6: Define social facilitation.
Social facilitation is the tendency for people to perform differently when in the
presence of others compared to when alone, typically improving performance on
simple tasks.
37: What is the role of the hippocampus in memory?--- correct answer ---
The hippocampus is crucial for the formation of new memories and is involved in
learning and emotions.
8: Explain the concept of flow.
, Flow is a mental state of complete immersion and focus in an activity, often
resulting in a sense of enjoyment and fulfillment.
9: How does stereotype threat affect performance?--- correct answer ---
Stereotype threat can negatively impact performance by causing anxiety and stress
when individuals fear confirming negative stereotypes about their group.
11: What does the term neuroplasticity refer to?--- correct answer ---
Neuroplasticity refers to the brains ability to reorganize itself by forming new
neural connections throughout life.
12: How does the social learning theory explain behavior?--- correct answer ---
Social learning theory explains behavior as learned through observing and
imitating others, as well as through the rewards and punishments that follow
observed behaviors.
13: What role does the amygdala play in emotional processing?--- correct answer --
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The amygdala plays a key role in processing emotions, particularly fear and
aggression.
14: What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?--- correct
answer ---
Intrinsic motivation is driven by internal rewards, such as personal satisfaction,
while extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards, such as money or
recognition.
Questions Answered Correctly Latest Versions
2025 Graded A+
1: Describe the concept of groupthink.
Groupthink is a psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony and
conformity in a group leads to irrational or dysfunctional decision-making
outcomes.
2: What is the role of the prefrontal cortex in decision-making?--- correct answer
--- The prefrontal cortex is involved in complex cognitive behavior, decision-
making, and moderating social behavior.
3: Explain the term synaptic pruning.
Synaptic pruning is the process of eliminating weaker synaptic connections while
strengthening the more frequently used ones, crucial for brain development.
4: How does the attachment style formed in childhood affect adult relationships?-
-- correct answer ---
Attachment styles formed in childhood, such as secure, anxious, or avoidant, can
influence patterns of behavior and emotional responses in adult relationships.
5: What is the significance of the nature vs. nurture debate in psychology?---
correct answer --- The nature vs. nurture debate explores the relative
contributions of genetic inheritance and environmental factors to human
,development and behavior.
6: Define social facilitation.
Social facilitation is the tendency for people to perform differently when in the
presence of others compared to when alone, typically improving performance on
simple tasks.
37: What is the role of the hippocampus in memory?--- correct answer ---
The hippocampus is crucial for the formation of new memories and is involved in
learning and emotions.
8: Explain the concept of flow.
, Flow is a mental state of complete immersion and focus in an activity, often
resulting in a sense of enjoyment and fulfillment.
9: How does stereotype threat affect performance?--- correct answer ---
Stereotype threat can negatively impact performance by causing anxiety and stress
when individuals fear confirming negative stereotypes about their group.
11: What does the term neuroplasticity refer to?--- correct answer ---
Neuroplasticity refers to the brains ability to reorganize itself by forming new
neural connections throughout life.
12: How does the social learning theory explain behavior?--- correct answer ---
Social learning theory explains behavior as learned through observing and
imitating others, as well as through the rewards and punishments that follow
observed behaviors.
13: What role does the amygdala play in emotional processing?--- correct answer --
-
The amygdala plays a key role in processing emotions, particularly fear and
aggression.
14: What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?--- correct
answer ---
Intrinsic motivation is driven by internal rewards, such as personal satisfaction,
while extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards, such as money or
recognition.
