PYC4812 SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY PRACTICE
EXAM PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ The two main objectives of sport psychology include the interaction
of these two components. Answer: physical functioning and
psychological functioning
◉ Which is true about the art and science of coaching? Answer: the
science of coaching deals with the knowledge base behind the sport and
coaching techniques while the art of coaching is knowing how and when
apply such principles
◉ Who's is known as the father of American sport psychology and also
established the first sport psychology lab? Answer: Coleman Griffith
◉ Which research question is least likely to be explored by a sport and
exercise psychologist? Answer: What is the most common type of
motivation among adolescents?
◉ In the late 1800s, the first social psychology and sport psychology
experiment was conducted, and it featured this type of athlete. Answer:
cyclists
EXAM PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ The two main objectives of sport psychology include the interaction
of these two components. Answer: physical functioning and
psychological functioning
◉ Which is true about the art and science of coaching? Answer: the
science of coaching deals with the knowledge base behind the sport and
coaching techniques while the art of coaching is knowing how and when
apply such principles
◉ Who's is known as the father of American sport psychology and also
established the first sport psychology lab? Answer: Coleman Griffith
◉ Which research question is least likely to be explored by a sport and
exercise psychologist? Answer: What is the most common type of
motivation among adolescents?
◉ In the late 1800s, the first social psychology and sport psychology
experiment was conducted, and it featured this type of athlete. Answer:
cyclists
