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    This document contains 15 multiple choice questions that test knowledge of concepts in cognitive psychology, language development, and problem solving biases. The questions cover topics such as confirmation bias, prototypes, heuristics, language acquisition, aphasia, and process simulation. Correct answers are provided for each question.

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    This document contains 15 multiple choice questions that test knowledge of concepts in cognitive psychology, language development, and problem solving biases. The questions cover topics such as confirmation bias, prototypes, heuristics, language acquisition, aphasia, and process simulation. Correct answers are provided for each question.

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    TB1 Chapter 9 - Web Quiz 1

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    This document contains 15 multiple choice questions that test knowledge of concepts in cognitive psychology, language development, and problem solving biases. The questions cover topics such as confirmation bias, prototypes, heuristics, language acquisition, aphasia, and process simulation. Correct answers are provided for each question.

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    of 4

    A)

    B)
    C)
    D)

    1.In her research, Professor Kyoto seeks to identify circumstances in which confirmation
    bias is especially likely to impede effective problem solving. Which specialty area does
    her research best represent?
    biological psychology
    developmental psychology
    personality psychology
    cognitive psychology

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    2.Prototypes are especially important in the process of


    trial and error.
    constructing algorithms.
    developing language.
    classifying objects.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    3.In attempting to find and purchase high-quality cosmetics, Megan reminds herself that
    the most expensive brands are the best. Megan's self-reminder illustrates the use of
    an algorithm.
    trial and error.
    framing.
    a heuristic.

    D)

    4.If you are experiencing a fixation, you are


    searching for information that supports your preconceptions.
    unable to see a problem from fresh perspective.
    estimating the likelihood of a correct solution to your problem based on its
    availability in memory.
    overestimating the accuracy of your judgment.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    5.Because he erroneously believes that older workers are not as motivated as younger
    workers to work hard, a factory foreman is especially vigilant for any signs of laziness
    among his senior workers. His supervision strategy best illustrates
    the availability heuristic.
    an algorithm.
    confirmation bias.
    framing.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    6.Prompt feedback regarding your performance on psychology practice tests is most likely
    to inhibit
    overconfidence.
    the framing effect.
    process simulation.
    linguistic determinism.

    A)
    B)
    C)

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    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    7.When her professor failed to recognize that Judy had her hand raised for a question, Judy
    began to think her professor was unfriendly. Although she subsequently learned that the
    professor's limited vision kept him from seeing her raised hand, she continued thinking
    the professor was unfriendly. Judy's reaction best illustrates
    the framing effect.
    belief perseverance.
    a critical period.
    the availability heuristic.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    8.Pigeons can reliably discriminate pictures of cars from pictures of chairs. This best
    illustrates their capacity to develop
    concepts.
    syntax.
    heuristics.
    algorithms.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    9.The word chimps contains ________ phoneme(s) and ________ morpheme(s).


    5; 2
    6; 1
    2; 5
    1; 6

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    10.In the English language, adjectives are typically placed before nouns as in green car.
    This illustrates an English language rule of
    semantics.
    algorithms.
    syntax.
    phonemes.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    11.Vocal sounds that are not included in one's native language first begin to disappear from
    usage during the ________ stage of language development.
    one-word
    two-word
    telegraphic
    babbling

    12.The older a person is when moving to a new country, the harder it is to learn the
    language. This best illustrates the importance of ________ for learning language.
    A)
    heuristics
    B)
    mental age

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    C)
    D)

    algorithms
    a critical period

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    13.As a result of an automobile accident, Jenny suffered damage to her cerebral cortex in
    Broca's area. Jenny is most likely to experience
    auditory hallucinations.
    memory loss.
    aphasia.
    paralysis of her left limbs.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    14.During a lecture, your professor says, A child learns language as he interacts with
    caregivers. This generic use of the pronoun he is more likely to trigger images of males
    than of females. This best illustrates the impact of
    language on thinking.
    a fixation on problem solving.
    telegraphic speech on universal grammar.
    insight on decision making.

    A)
    B)
    C)
    D)

    15.Introductory psychology students facing a midterm exam one week later spent five
    minutes each day visualizing themselves reading their assigned chapters, going over their
    notes, and eliminating study distractions. This ________ simulation had a ________
    effect on their exam scores.
    process; negative
    outcome; positive
    process; positive
    outcome; negative

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    Answer Key
    1.D
    2.D
    3.D
    4.B
    5.C
    6.A
    7.B
    8.A
    9.A
    10.C
    11.D
    12.D
    13.C
    14.A
    15.C

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