PSY 357 Exam 1 Newest 2026 Questions and
Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
Which field locates where in the brain various perceptual and cognitive functions
are performed? CORRECT ANSWER-cognitive neuroscience
What are the 5 properties of modules? CORRECT ANSWER-1. Genetically
determined.
2. Computationally autonomous/encapsulated (e.g., perceptual Illusions).
3. Obligatory and fast firing.
4. Characteristic ontogeny (regularity in development).
5. With a distinct, fixed neural region of the brain for all members of the species
Broca's aphasiacs presents with what symptoms? Wernicke's aphasiacs?
CORRECT ANSWER-B- agrammatism (loss of grammar), trouble understanding
agent, know what want to say just cannot get out
W- cannot understand language, content does not make sense
,What is the most popular metaphor of the mind? In everyday language?
Example? CORRECT ANSWER-Computer- yes- overloading, multi-tasking, short
term memory, retrieving info
How can we scientifically investigate the mind if it is an impenetrable "black box"?
CORRECT ANSWER-indirect measures of the mind
What is an input vs. an output? CORRECT ANSWER-
What is the difference between observing inputs vs. manipulating inputs?
CORRECT ANSWER-simply allowing to happen vs attempting to control the
results to a certain extent
Clarify the meaning of "indirect measures of the mind". CORRECT ANSWER-
What does reaction time measure? CORRECT ANSWER-measure of elapsed
time between some stimulus and some response
What is the relationship between reaction time and accuracy? CORRECT
ANSWER-mistakes are related to reaction time
***inverse relationship- increase accuracy, slow reaction time
, What are random errors? Examples CORRECT ANSWER-errors that add noise
What are systematic errors? Examples CORRECT ANSWER-systematic/lawful,
respect some other influence
example- current events, time of day, social desirability, etc.
-mispelling in children- systematic bc consistently spell how sound
Which error may make it harder to detect a finding? CORRECT ANSWER-
random error bc simply add noise, no method to madness
Which error possibly compromises the integrity/interpretations of the findings?
CORRECT ANSWER-systematic errors
Is introspection a scientific tool? Explain CORRECT ANSWER-no- might guide
hypothesis but is not science- still need data/proof
Identify the characteristics of science CORRECT ANSWER-1. Empirically-derived
evidence
2. Objective evidence that explain and predict natural phenomena
Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
Which field locates where in the brain various perceptual and cognitive functions
are performed? CORRECT ANSWER-cognitive neuroscience
What are the 5 properties of modules? CORRECT ANSWER-1. Genetically
determined.
2. Computationally autonomous/encapsulated (e.g., perceptual Illusions).
3. Obligatory and fast firing.
4. Characteristic ontogeny (regularity in development).
5. With a distinct, fixed neural region of the brain for all members of the species
Broca's aphasiacs presents with what symptoms? Wernicke's aphasiacs?
CORRECT ANSWER-B- agrammatism (loss of grammar), trouble understanding
agent, know what want to say just cannot get out
W- cannot understand language, content does not make sense
,What is the most popular metaphor of the mind? In everyday language?
Example? CORRECT ANSWER-Computer- yes- overloading, multi-tasking, short
term memory, retrieving info
How can we scientifically investigate the mind if it is an impenetrable "black box"?
CORRECT ANSWER-indirect measures of the mind
What is an input vs. an output? CORRECT ANSWER-
What is the difference between observing inputs vs. manipulating inputs?
CORRECT ANSWER-simply allowing to happen vs attempting to control the
results to a certain extent
Clarify the meaning of "indirect measures of the mind". CORRECT ANSWER-
What does reaction time measure? CORRECT ANSWER-measure of elapsed
time between some stimulus and some response
What is the relationship between reaction time and accuracy? CORRECT
ANSWER-mistakes are related to reaction time
***inverse relationship- increase accuracy, slow reaction time
, What are random errors? Examples CORRECT ANSWER-errors that add noise
What are systematic errors? Examples CORRECT ANSWER-systematic/lawful,
respect some other influence
example- current events, time of day, social desirability, etc.
-mispelling in children- systematic bc consistently spell how sound
Which error may make it harder to detect a finding? CORRECT ANSWER-
random error bc simply add noise, no method to madness
Which error possibly compromises the integrity/interpretations of the findings?
CORRECT ANSWER-systematic errors
Is introspection a scientific tool? Explain CORRECT ANSWER-no- might guide
hypothesis but is not science- still need data/proof
Identify the characteristics of science CORRECT ANSWER-1. Empirically-derived
evidence
2. Objective evidence that explain and predict natural phenomena
