Exam-style questions by topic — AQA GCSE Psychology
One question for each of 9 topics. These are written for this specification by MasteryMind. They are not past-paper questions, and they are not from AQA.
Memory
Which of the following best describes the process of 'encoding' in memory?
Practise MemoryPerception
Which statement best describes the theory of direct perception?
Practise PerceptionDevelopment
Which brain structure, which develops relatively late in prenatal development, is primarily associated with higher cognitive functions such as thinking, planning, and language?
Practise DevelopmentResearch methods
In a research study, a psychologist selects participants by approaching people who happen to be available and willing to take part at the time and place of the study. Which sampling method is being used?
Practise Research methodsData handling
A psychologist calculates a correlation coefficient of -0.85 between hours of sleep and number of errors made on a task. Which statement best interprets this finding?
Practise Data handlingSocial influence
In the context of bystander behaviour, which of the following best describes a social factor that can reduce the likelihood of helping?
Practise Social influenceLanguage, thought and communication
Which of the following is the best example of animal communication serving a survival function, as defined by the specification?
Practise Language, thought and communicationBrain and neuropsychology
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'neuronal growth' in the context of Hebb's theory?
Practise Brain and neuropsychologyPsychological problems
A therapist uses a technique where a smoker is asked to smoke rapidly in a small, unventilated room until they feel nauseous and uncomfortable. This is an example of which type of therapy?
Practise Psychological problems
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