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Psychology Chapters 1-14 / Real Exam
Questions With Correct Answers, A+
Score Solutions
psychology-correct-answer-The scientific study of mind and behavior.
data-correct-answer-Any information collected through formal observation or
measurement.
hindsight bias-correct-answer-The tendency to think that we could have predicted
something that has already occurred that we probably would not have been able
to predict.
scientific method-correct-answer-The set of assumptions, rules, and procedures
that scientists use to conduct empirical research.
occipital lobe-correct-answer-One of the four brain lobes, responsible primarily
for processing visual information.
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temporal lobe-correct-answer-One of the four brain lobes, responsible primarily
for hearing and language.
motor cortex-correct-answer-The part of the cortex that controls and executes
movements of the body by sending signals to the cerebellum and the spinal cord.
somatosensory cortex-correct-answer-An area just behind and parallel to the
motor cortex at the back of the frontal lobe that receives information from the
skin's sensory receptors and the movements of different body parts.
visual cortex-correct-answer-The area located in the occipital lobe that processes
visual information
auditory cortex-correct-answer-The area located in the temporal lobe that is
responsible for hearing and language.
association areas-correct-answer-Brain regions in which sensory and motor
information is combined and associated with stored knowledge.
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neuroplasticity-correct-answer-The brain's ability to change its structure and
function in response to experience or damage.
neurogenesis-correct-answer-The forming of new neurons.
ALS-correct-answer-Muscle weakness and spasms; difficulty in speaking,
swallowing, and breathing.
Alzheimer's Disease-correct-answer-Confusion, irritability, mood swings, trouble
with language, and long-term memory loss. Usually diagnosed in people over 65
years old.
Autism Spectrum Disorder-correct-answer-Social and communication difficulties;
stereotyped or repetitive behaviors and interests; cognitive impairments. Usually
diagnosed in childhood.
Cerebral Palsy-correct-answer-Difficulties and limits with movement, posture,
vision, and cognition. Usually diagnosed in childhood.
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Epilepsy-correct-answer-Recurring and unprovoked seizures.
Migraine-correct-answer-Recurring moderate to severe headaches often in
association with other autonomic nervous system symptoms.
Multiple Sclerosis-correct-answer-Difficulty coordinating motor behaviors. Usually
diagnosed in young adults.
Parkinson's Disease-correct-answer-Movement difficulties including shaking,
rigidity, slowness of movement, and difficulty with walking and gait. Sensory,
sleep, and emotional problems. Most common in people over age 50.
Stroke-correct-answer-Mild to severe cognitive and motor impairments.
Tourette Syndrome-correct-answer-Motor and vocal tics, sometimes accompanied
by involuntary swearing.
Psychology Chapters 1-14 / Real Exam
Questions With Correct Answers, A+
Score Solutions
psychology-correct-answer-The scientific study of mind and behavior.
data-correct-answer-Any information collected through formal observation or
measurement.
hindsight bias-correct-answer-The tendency to think that we could have predicted
something that has already occurred that we probably would not have been able
to predict.
scientific method-correct-answer-The set of assumptions, rules, and procedures
that scientists use to conduct empirical research.
occipital lobe-correct-answer-One of the four brain lobes, responsible primarily
for processing visual information.
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temporal lobe-correct-answer-One of the four brain lobes, responsible primarily
for hearing and language.
motor cortex-correct-answer-The part of the cortex that controls and executes
movements of the body by sending signals to the cerebellum and the spinal cord.
somatosensory cortex-correct-answer-An area just behind and parallel to the
motor cortex at the back of the frontal lobe that receives information from the
skin's sensory receptors and the movements of different body parts.
visual cortex-correct-answer-The area located in the occipital lobe that processes
visual information
auditory cortex-correct-answer-The area located in the temporal lobe that is
responsible for hearing and language.
association areas-correct-answer-Brain regions in which sensory and motor
information is combined and associated with stored knowledge.
,3|Page
neuroplasticity-correct-answer-The brain's ability to change its structure and
function in response to experience or damage.
neurogenesis-correct-answer-The forming of new neurons.
ALS-correct-answer-Muscle weakness and spasms; difficulty in speaking,
swallowing, and breathing.
Alzheimer's Disease-correct-answer-Confusion, irritability, mood swings, trouble
with language, and long-term memory loss. Usually diagnosed in people over 65
years old.
Autism Spectrum Disorder-correct-answer-Social and communication difficulties;
stereotyped or repetitive behaviors and interests; cognitive impairments. Usually
diagnosed in childhood.
Cerebral Palsy-correct-answer-Difficulties and limits with movement, posture,
vision, and cognition. Usually diagnosed in childhood.
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Epilepsy-correct-answer-Recurring and unprovoked seizures.
Migraine-correct-answer-Recurring moderate to severe headaches often in
association with other autonomic nervous system symptoms.
Multiple Sclerosis-correct-answer-Difficulty coordinating motor behaviors. Usually
diagnosed in young adults.
Parkinson's Disease-correct-answer-Movement difficulties including shaking,
rigidity, slowness of movement, and difficulty with walking and gait. Sensory,
sleep, and emotional problems. Most common in people over age 50.
Stroke-correct-answer-Mild to severe cognitive and motor impairments.
Tourette Syndrome-correct-answer-Motor and vocal tics, sometimes accompanied
by involuntary swearing.
