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PSYCH 211: DEVELOPMENTAL
PSYCHOLOGY 2026 ACTUAL QUESTIONS
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS.
1. The ability to view a situation from at least two perspectives-
that is to reason simultaneously about what two or more
people are thinking, a form of perspective taking. - correct
answer-Recursive Thought
2. Brain chemicals that transmit signals across the body and
brain. - correct answer-Neurotransmitters
3. A neurotransmitter that is responsible for stabilizing mood,
and is often found to play a part in depression if not working
properly. - correct answer-Serotonin
4. According to "The Teenage Mind" video what are the
important aspects that teenagers need to develop into
adulthood outlined through ESSENCE? (What does
ESSENCE stand for) - correct answer-Emotional Spark,
Social Engagement, Novelty, and Creative Exploration
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5. A skill mastered in the concrete operational stage of
development that requires navigational skills using a map
and compass to navigate from point to point. - correct
answer-Orienteering
6. Through the connection of which two lobes of the brain is it
possible for us to view different perspectives, such as
navigating a terrain based off of a map? - correct answer-
Parietal and Frontal
7. True or False: Lots of physical activity helps reduce the
symptoms of ADHD. - correct answer-True
8. What are the three steps to improving memory? - correct
answer-Rehearsal, Organization, and Elaboration
9. Which mindset theory by Carol Dweck takes the approach
that intelligence can be developed? - correct answer-Growth
10. Which mindset theory by Carol Dweck takes the approach
that intelligence is static. - correct answer-Fixed
PSYCH 211: DEVELOPMENTAL
PSYCHOLOGY 2026 ACTUAL QUESTIONS
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS.
1. The ability to view a situation from at least two perspectives-
that is to reason simultaneously about what two or more
people are thinking, a form of perspective taking. - correct
answer-Recursive Thought
2. Brain chemicals that transmit signals across the body and
brain. - correct answer-Neurotransmitters
3. A neurotransmitter that is responsible for stabilizing mood,
and is often found to play a part in depression if not working
properly. - correct answer-Serotonin
4. According to "The Teenage Mind" video what are the
important aspects that teenagers need to develop into
adulthood outlined through ESSENCE? (What does
ESSENCE stand for) - correct answer-Emotional Spark,
Social Engagement, Novelty, and Creative Exploration
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5. A skill mastered in the concrete operational stage of
development that requires navigational skills using a map
and compass to navigate from point to point. - correct
answer-Orienteering
6. Through the connection of which two lobes of the brain is it
possible for us to view different perspectives, such as
navigating a terrain based off of a map? - correct answer-
Parietal and Frontal
7. True or False: Lots of physical activity helps reduce the
symptoms of ADHD. - correct answer-True
8. What are the three steps to improving memory? - correct
answer-Rehearsal, Organization, and Elaboration
9. Which mindset theory by Carol Dweck takes the approach
that intelligence can be developed? - correct answer-Growth
10. Which mindset theory by Carol Dweck takes the approach
that intelligence is static. - correct answer-Fixed
