Psychology MCQs with explanations

Question 1

In psychological research, the process of using multiple research methods to tackle the same issue is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Triangulation

Question 2

The percentage of people who report being a victim of particular sort of crime in the previous year is known as the________rate, as it opposed to the frequency of crimes being committed in one year which is known as________rates.

Accepted Answer

prevalence; incidence

Question 3

Who is associated with Gestalt school of psychology?

Accepted Answer

F. Skinner

Question 4

Linda’s therapist has her practice active listening skills in structured role-playing exercises.Later,Linda is gradually asked to practice these skills with family members, friends, and finally, her boss. Linda is undergoing:

Accepted Answer

social skills training.

Question 5

The emotionally disturbed children:

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 6

The posterior pituitary lobe secretes:

Accepted Answer

Oxytocin

Question 7

Santa Claus stops by your house to drop off presents and is feeling very hungry. He sees two cookies on the mantle and quickly devours them. Afterward, he no longer feels a need to eat. What theory of motivation best describes this situation?

Accepted Answer

Drive reduction

Question 8

The largest area of specialization among psychologists is: ________?

Accepted Answer

clinical and counseling

Question 9

Which early school of psychology relied on introspection as a systematic way of gathering information?

Accepted Answer

Structuralism

Question 10

Currently a large proportion of the Pakistani populations overweight. Dr. Laeeq thinks that, in part, this may be due to an innate preference for foods that are rich in fats and suggested that in times Laeeq has suggested that in times when foods were not so readily available, this innate preference would ensure enough calories for energy and ensure enough calories for energy and survival Dr. Laeeq’s views are most consistent with those of the

Accepted Answer

evolutionary perspective in psychology

Psychology MCQs with Explanations