WGU D571 Approaches in Psychology Q&A Bank 2026 |
Latest Update | Graded A+
1. Describe the process of classical conditioning as established by Ivan Pavlov.
Classical conditioning involves learning through association, where
a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus to
elicit a conditioned response.
Classical conditioning is a method of reinforcing behavior through
rewards and punishments.
Classical conditioning focuses on cognitive processes and mental
functions.
Classical conditioning is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes self-
actualization.
2. According to behaviorism, what is the state of humans at birth?
Innately good
A blank slate
Predetermined by genetics
Fully developed
3. What therapeutic approach is systematic desensitization derived from?
Humanism
Psychoanalysis
Behaviorism
Cognitive Psychology
,4. Self-Actualization is defined as:
One's ability to express emotions and feelings
One's ability to recognize and understand one's emotions, moods, and
feelings
One's ability to realize maximum potential and to lead a meaningful,
rich, and full life
One's ability to feel good about oneself
5. What analogy is commonly used in cognitive psychology to explain internal
mental processes?
Biological analogy
Computer analogy
Chemical analogy
Mechanical analogy
6. What philosophical branch is considered a precursor to behaviorism in
psychology?
Structuralism
Rationalism
Empiricism
Functionalism
7. In a scenario where a dog learns to salivate at the sound of a bell because it
is consistently paired with food, what psychological principle is being
demonstrated?
Operant conditioning
, Classical conditioning
Cognitive learning
Humanistic psychology
8. Describe the significance of Wilhelm Wundt's establishment of the first
psychology laboratory in the context of psychological research.
Wilhelm Wundt's laboratory was primarily focused on behaviorism and
ignored cognitive processes.
Wilhelm Wundt's work was mainly concerned with psychoanalysis and
the unconscious mind.
Wilhelm Wundt's laboratory was the first to study genetics in
psychology.
Wilhelm Wundt's establishment of the first psychology laboratory
marked the transition of psychology from philosophy to a scientific
discipline focused on empirical research.
9. Wilhelm Wundt used _____ as a technique to determine the ____of
consciousness.
psychoanalysis; basic functions
introspection; basic elements
hypnosis; adaptability
neuroimaging; evolution
10. What psychological theory is Ivan Pavlov best known for?
Classical conditioning
Cognitive dissonance
Humanistic psychology
Latest Update | Graded A+
1. Describe the process of classical conditioning as established by Ivan Pavlov.
Classical conditioning involves learning through association, where
a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus to
elicit a conditioned response.
Classical conditioning is a method of reinforcing behavior through
rewards and punishments.
Classical conditioning focuses on cognitive processes and mental
functions.
Classical conditioning is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes self-
actualization.
2. According to behaviorism, what is the state of humans at birth?
Innately good
A blank slate
Predetermined by genetics
Fully developed
3. What therapeutic approach is systematic desensitization derived from?
Humanism
Psychoanalysis
Behaviorism
Cognitive Psychology
,4. Self-Actualization is defined as:
One's ability to express emotions and feelings
One's ability to recognize and understand one's emotions, moods, and
feelings
One's ability to realize maximum potential and to lead a meaningful,
rich, and full life
One's ability to feel good about oneself
5. What analogy is commonly used in cognitive psychology to explain internal
mental processes?
Biological analogy
Computer analogy
Chemical analogy
Mechanical analogy
6. What philosophical branch is considered a precursor to behaviorism in
psychology?
Structuralism
Rationalism
Empiricism
Functionalism
7. In a scenario where a dog learns to salivate at the sound of a bell because it
is consistently paired with food, what psychological principle is being
demonstrated?
Operant conditioning
, Classical conditioning
Cognitive learning
Humanistic psychology
8. Describe the significance of Wilhelm Wundt's establishment of the first
psychology laboratory in the context of psychological research.
Wilhelm Wundt's laboratory was primarily focused on behaviorism and
ignored cognitive processes.
Wilhelm Wundt's work was mainly concerned with psychoanalysis and
the unconscious mind.
Wilhelm Wundt's laboratory was the first to study genetics in
psychology.
Wilhelm Wundt's establishment of the first psychology laboratory
marked the transition of psychology from philosophy to a scientific
discipline focused on empirical research.
9. Wilhelm Wundt used _____ as a technique to determine the ____of
consciousness.
psychoanalysis; basic functions
introspection; basic elements
hypnosis; adaptability
neuroimaging; evolution
10. What psychological theory is Ivan Pavlov best known for?
Classical conditioning
Cognitive dissonance
Humanistic psychology
