Sensation and Perception Questions and Answers
Psychology
Sensation and PerceptionConsider the following scenario:
Sound waves strike the eardrum, causing it to vibrate.
Does this scenario describe sensation or perception? Select the best answer.
Perception
Sensation
Psychology
Sensation and PerceptionWhich of the following are necessary on an informed consent form? Select all that apply.
A statement that participation is voluntary and that the participant has the ability to end the experiment at any time, without penalty
The results from other research participants
An explanation as to whether any compensation and/or treatments are available if physical or psychological injury occurs
A statement that the researchers are not responsible for any injury, physical or psychological
An explanation of whom to contact for answers to pertinent questions about the research and results
Psychology
Sensation and PerceptionWhich of the following is the most likely result of a dopamine antagonist? Select the best answer.
increased pleasure
increased anxiety
decreased pleasure
Psychology
Sensation and PerceptionWhich theory of emotion is best illustrated in the following example? Select the best answer.
Adan is walking down a dark alley late at night. He hears footsteps behind him, and his eyes widen. His teeth clench, and his brain into these facial changes as the expression of fear. Therefore, he experiences the emotion of fear.
Facial Feedback Theory
James-Lange Theory
Lazarus's Cognitive-Mediational Theory
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