NCE Practice Test Questions & Correct Answers | Latest Update
2026\2027 | Graded A+
1. A failure to develop a consistent identity results in _________ according to
psychologist Erik Erikson.
Stagnation
Inferiority
Role confusion
Insecurity
Social isolation
2. The expectation that a treatment will be effective is a phenomenon called:
experiment
placebo effect
case control
clinical trial
3. Authoritarian leaders tend to
produce high levels of frustration and hostile feelings.
promote high levels of productivity whether they are present or
absent.
reduce levels of hostility within groups.
promote stability and group happiness.
4. In the free association technique of psychoanalysis, the ______ _.
therapist hypnotizes the client
, client says whatever comes to mind at the moment
client engages in self-reflection prior to the session to decide what to
discuss
client keeps a dream diary to guide therapy sessions
5. What is a key difference in leisure time engagement between dual-career
families and single wage earner families?
Dual-career families often have less leisure time compared to
families with one wage earner.
Single wage earner families engage in leisure activities more
frequently than dual-career families.
Dual-career families have more leisure time than families with one
wage earner.
Leisure time is the same for both dual-career and single wage earner
families.
6. Describe the implications of failing to establish a strong sense of identity
according to Erikson's theory.
It results in a successful transition to adulthood.
Failing to establish a strong sense of identity can lead to role
confusion, impacting relationships and personal development.
It fosters a strong sense of intimacy with others.
It enhances generativity in later life.
7. According to Carl Rogers, __________ is love and support given to another with
no strings attached.
existentialism
, the condition of worth
unconditional positive regard
self-actualization
8. If a therapist is working with an elderly client who expresses feelings of
regret about their past, which Erikson stage should the therapist focus on to
help the client find peace?
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Generativity vs. Stagnation
Intimacy vs. Isolation
Integrity vs. Despair
9. Jamil's therapist encourages him to keep a journal of the negative thoughts he
has, try to change his way of thinking about situations and to do things like go
for a walk each day and call a friend. which treatment approach is his
therapist using?
ECT
biomedical treatment
cognitive behavioral therapy
randomized controlled trials
10. In Classical Conditioning, a neutral stimulus by itself will elicit what type of
response?
Unconditioned stimulus
lively response
Conditioned response
, No response
11. Describe the role of free association in psychoanalytic therapy.
Free association is a method for setting specific goals in therapy.
Free association is a technique used to reinforce positive behaviors in
clients.
Free association allows clients to express thoughts freely, helping
uncover unconscious processes.
Free association involves structured questioning to identify cognitive
distortions.
12. Describe how Vygotsky's concept of the zone of proximal development
relates to a child's learning process.
The zone of proximal development is the maximum level of difficulty
a child can handle alone.
The zone of proximal development is a measure of a child's innate
abilities.
The zone of proximal development is the stage where a child learns
through observation alone.
The zone of proximal development refers to the range of tasks that
a child can perform with guidance but not yet independently.
13. Describe the primary purpose of systematic desensitization and flooding in
therapy.
Both techniques aim to reduce anxiety by exposing the patient to
anxiety-provoking stimuli.
Both techniques emphasize the importance of self-actualization.
2026\2027 | Graded A+
1. A failure to develop a consistent identity results in _________ according to
psychologist Erik Erikson.
Stagnation
Inferiority
Role confusion
Insecurity
Social isolation
2. The expectation that a treatment will be effective is a phenomenon called:
experiment
placebo effect
case control
clinical trial
3. Authoritarian leaders tend to
produce high levels of frustration and hostile feelings.
promote high levels of productivity whether they are present or
absent.
reduce levels of hostility within groups.
promote stability and group happiness.
4. In the free association technique of psychoanalysis, the ______ _.
therapist hypnotizes the client
, client says whatever comes to mind at the moment
client engages in self-reflection prior to the session to decide what to
discuss
client keeps a dream diary to guide therapy sessions
5. What is a key difference in leisure time engagement between dual-career
families and single wage earner families?
Dual-career families often have less leisure time compared to
families with one wage earner.
Single wage earner families engage in leisure activities more
frequently than dual-career families.
Dual-career families have more leisure time than families with one
wage earner.
Leisure time is the same for both dual-career and single wage earner
families.
6. Describe the implications of failing to establish a strong sense of identity
according to Erikson's theory.
It results in a successful transition to adulthood.
Failing to establish a strong sense of identity can lead to role
confusion, impacting relationships and personal development.
It fosters a strong sense of intimacy with others.
It enhances generativity in later life.
7. According to Carl Rogers, __________ is love and support given to another with
no strings attached.
existentialism
, the condition of worth
unconditional positive regard
self-actualization
8. If a therapist is working with an elderly client who expresses feelings of
regret about their past, which Erikson stage should the therapist focus on to
help the client find peace?
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Generativity vs. Stagnation
Intimacy vs. Isolation
Integrity vs. Despair
9. Jamil's therapist encourages him to keep a journal of the negative thoughts he
has, try to change his way of thinking about situations and to do things like go
for a walk each day and call a friend. which treatment approach is his
therapist using?
ECT
biomedical treatment
cognitive behavioral therapy
randomized controlled trials
10. In Classical Conditioning, a neutral stimulus by itself will elicit what type of
response?
Unconditioned stimulus
lively response
Conditioned response
, No response
11. Describe the role of free association in psychoanalytic therapy.
Free association is a method for setting specific goals in therapy.
Free association is a technique used to reinforce positive behaviors in
clients.
Free association allows clients to express thoughts freely, helping
uncover unconscious processes.
Free association involves structured questioning to identify cognitive
distortions.
12. Describe how Vygotsky's concept of the zone of proximal development
relates to a child's learning process.
The zone of proximal development is the maximum level of difficulty
a child can handle alone.
The zone of proximal development is a measure of a child's innate
abilities.
The zone of proximal development is the stage where a child learns
through observation alone.
The zone of proximal development refers to the range of tasks that
a child can perform with guidance but not yet independently.
13. Describe the primary purpose of systematic desensitization and flooding in
therapy.
Both techniques aim to reduce anxiety by exposing the patient to
anxiety-provoking stimuli.
Both techniques emphasize the importance of self-actualization.
