I Psychology in Action
Key: Answer, Page, Type, Learning Objective, Level
Type
A=Applied
C=Conceptual
F=Factual
Level
(1)=Easy; (2)=Moderate; (3)=Difficult
LO=Learning Objective
p=page
MULTIPLE CHOICE
Study Skills
1 What is a learning style?
a the way a person takes in or absorbs information
b a method of learning that people are generally born with
c an approach to learning that is typically passed from generation to generation
d a method of input selection that people unconsciously choose as their means of
learning
ANS: a, p. PIA-4, F, LO=PIA.1, (1)
APA=1.1
2 Lee is taking Introductory Psychology for the very first time this semester. According to
your textbook’s observations about learning styles, what should Lee do?
a Lee should adapt to his teacher’s particular teaching style.
Correct. The idea that we can simply adjust ourselves to how our teachers instruct is not
really practical.
b Lee should focus on what learning style works best for him and expect his teacher to
adjust.
c Lee should try to vary his study habits so that they are consistent with his own
learning style.
Incorrect. Knowing one’s own preferred learning style(s) can help you make use of the
best study strategies.
d Lee should change how he studies from chapter to chapter so that his brain is
constantly stimulated in different ways.
ANS: c, p. PIA-4, A, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
3 If you learn best by making charts and flashcards to help remember information, what
type of study method are using?
a visual method
b verbal method
c auditory method
d action method
, ANS: a, p. PIA-5, F, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
4 Jose prefers to sit near the front of the class. He often studies with his friend Roberto and
can be seen spending extra time in the psychology lab so as to fully understand the
material. What study method is Jose using?
a visual method
b verbal method
c auditory method
Incorrect. Talking with another student may seem to be an auditory method, but it is more
of an action method.
d action method
Correct. Studying with other students and sitting near the front are proven actions
beneficial to performance.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (3)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
5 Karen prefers to take part in group discussions and listen to the professor talk about
psychology. She even has digital recorder that she uses to tape the lecture. What style of
study method does Karen prefer?
a visual method
b verbal method
c auditory method
Correct. Using a digital recorder is an excellent method for the auditory learner.
d action method
Incorrect. Group discussions may seem action-oriented, but tend to be more auditory in
nature.
ANS: c, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
6 Camilla’s best friend believes she should try a more hands-on, or action, approach to her
studying. What study methods should Camilla use?
a Camilla should practice spelling words or repeat facts that need to be remembered.
b Camilla should act like she is making a speech about the material she has learned.
c Camilla should visualize charts and diagrams in her mind as she is studying.
Incorrect. Making charts is action-oriented, but not when it is done in one’s mind.
d Camilla should sit near the front of the class and take notes by writing down key
terms and charts that the instructor shows the class.
Correct. Action study methods sometimes rely on physical proximity to the teacher.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (3)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
7 Thomas loves his astronomy class. He always prefers any chance to get out of the
classroom and go to the observatory to actually apply those concepts that are taught.
Thomas prefers what type of studying?
a visual method
Incorrect. Lab work may be visual, but not necessarily action-oriented.
b verbal method
c auditory method
d action method
Correct. Laboratory work is interactive and therefore a method of choice for action-
oriented learners.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
8 “How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!” This funny little saying reminds you of
the importance of:
a using mnemonics.
, Incorrect. Mnemonics are memory strategies. They do not apply in this case.
b procrastination, which is actually far more useful of a “skill” than it is given credit
for.
c using a calendar or a date book to manage your time.
d breaking large tasks down into manageable pieces.
Correct. This can be particularly useful when trying to complete a large paper or project.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.2, (2)
APA=5.1
9 Why is it important to build “play time” in to your overall study strategies?
a Play time acts as a reinforcer for getting work done, and will help encourage you to
keep moving forward with assignments or projects.
Correct. By rewarding ourselves, we stay motivated to continue working.
b There is only so much work you can do before you need an extended “decompression
time.”
c The play time helps us remember what we are working for.
d Neuroimaging tests have proven that the more we play, the more receptive our brains
become to learning new information.
Incorrect. There is nothing in this section that supports this particular answer.
ANS: a, p. PIA-6, C, LO=PIA.2, (3)
APA=5.1
Mastering the Course Content
10 What is the first mistake people make in regard to reading a textbook?
a Students don’t read the material prior to coming to class.
b Students read their textbook like they would read any other recreational book or
novel.
c Students read too slowly, thus not allowing material to be remembered.
d Students read too quickly, thus not allowing material to be remembered.
ANS: a, p. PIA-6, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=5.1
11 Kayla wants to become a clinical psychologist and hopes to start off her college career
with an A in her introductory psychology class. What should Kayla always do prior to
coming to class?
a read the chapter in advance
Correct. Reading material in advance is proven to influence effectiveness in the
classroom.
b review the chapter summary
Incorrect. Reading the summary is helpful but not as effective as reading the entire
chapter.
c scan through the headings for each chapter
d imagine what questions the instructor might ask that day
ANS: a, p. PIA-6, A, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=5.1
12 What is the second mistake people make in regard to reading a textbook?
a Students don’t read the material prior to coming to class.
b Students read their textbook like they would read a novel.
c Students read too slowly, thus not allowing material to be remembered.
d Students read too quickly and material is forgotten.
ANS: b, p. PIA-7, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=5.1
13 What is the S-Q-R-R-R or SQ3R?
a a method of reviewing your notes after writing them
b a method of reading your textbook so as to best remember material
, c a method of studying usually used the night prior to an exam
d a method of highlighting material for maximum effectiveness
ANS: b, p. PIA-7, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
14 What does SQ3R stand for?
a Survey, Question, Remember, Recite, Remember
b Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Recall/Review
c Sentence, Question, Review, Recite, Recall
d Sentence, Question, Read, Re-read, Re-re-read
ANS: b, p. PIA-7, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
15 What is meant by Survey in the SQ3R?
a To survey, you must look through the outline, objectives, questions, and any other
material the author has deemed important.
Correct. Surveying does not require in depth analysis yet it must include the entire
chapter.
b To survey, you must read the chapter summary and try to memorize it.
Incorrect. You do not read the chapter or any part of it prior to surveying. Reading comes
later.
c To survey, you must read the chapter first then look through the outline and
objectives.
d To survey, you must think of a question, then look through the material to find the
answer.
ANS: a, p. PIA-7, C, LO=PIA.3, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
16 Alexis is surveying material using the SQ3R approach. If she uses this method correctly:
a Alexis will realize that surveying is considered more important than actually reading
the material.
b It will take considerably more time but will be well worth it.
Incorrect. If it is taking a great deal of time, then you are not properly surveying the
material.
c It should take only a couple of minutes.
Correct. Surveying is actually a brief task to initially acquaint the student with the
material.
d It may or may not help, since surveying is the least effective aspect of the SQ3R.
ANS: c, p. PIA-7, A, LO=PIA.3, (3)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
17 What is meant by “Questioning” in the SQ3R?
a You should try to come up with a question after reading the heading of a particular
section.
Correct. Questioning occurs as you see a heading to a section. Students can also rely on
pre-designed questions found throughout the chapter.
b You should try to come up with questions for each section after fully reading the
chapter.
c You should come up with questions after reading the particular section.
Incorrect. Questions are developed before reading the section, not afterwards.
d You should try to develop questions before beginning any reading of the chapter so
as to determine what might be important.
ANS: a, p. PIA-7, C, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
18 Your best friend asks you what the purpose of “Questioning” is in the SQ3R. What is the
best answer to your friend’s question?
Key: Answer, Page, Type, Learning Objective, Level
Type
A=Applied
C=Conceptual
F=Factual
Level
(1)=Easy; (2)=Moderate; (3)=Difficult
LO=Learning Objective
p=page
MULTIPLE CHOICE
Study Skills
1 What is a learning style?
a the way a person takes in or absorbs information
b a method of learning that people are generally born with
c an approach to learning that is typically passed from generation to generation
d a method of input selection that people unconsciously choose as their means of
learning
ANS: a, p. PIA-4, F, LO=PIA.1, (1)
APA=1.1
2 Lee is taking Introductory Psychology for the very first time this semester. According to
your textbook’s observations about learning styles, what should Lee do?
a Lee should adapt to his teacher’s particular teaching style.
Correct. The idea that we can simply adjust ourselves to how our teachers instruct is not
really practical.
b Lee should focus on what learning style works best for him and expect his teacher to
adjust.
c Lee should try to vary his study habits so that they are consistent with his own
learning style.
Incorrect. Knowing one’s own preferred learning style(s) can help you make use of the
best study strategies.
d Lee should change how he studies from chapter to chapter so that his brain is
constantly stimulated in different ways.
ANS: c, p. PIA-4, A, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
3 If you learn best by making charts and flashcards to help remember information, what
type of study method are using?
a visual method
b verbal method
c auditory method
d action method
, ANS: a, p. PIA-5, F, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
4 Jose prefers to sit near the front of the class. He often studies with his friend Roberto and
can be seen spending extra time in the psychology lab so as to fully understand the
material. What study method is Jose using?
a visual method
b verbal method
c auditory method
Incorrect. Talking with another student may seem to be an auditory method, but it is more
of an action method.
d action method
Correct. Studying with other students and sitting near the front are proven actions
beneficial to performance.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (3)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
5 Karen prefers to take part in group discussions and listen to the professor talk about
psychology. She even has digital recorder that she uses to tape the lecture. What style of
study method does Karen prefer?
a visual method
b verbal method
c auditory method
Correct. Using a digital recorder is an excellent method for the auditory learner.
d action method
Incorrect. Group discussions may seem action-oriented, but tend to be more auditory in
nature.
ANS: c, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
6 Camilla’s best friend believes she should try a more hands-on, or action, approach to her
studying. What study methods should Camilla use?
a Camilla should practice spelling words or repeat facts that need to be remembered.
b Camilla should act like she is making a speech about the material she has learned.
c Camilla should visualize charts and diagrams in her mind as she is studying.
Incorrect. Making charts is action-oriented, but not when it is done in one’s mind.
d Camilla should sit near the front of the class and take notes by writing down key
terms and charts that the instructor shows the class.
Correct. Action study methods sometimes rely on physical proximity to the teacher.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (3)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
7 Thomas loves his astronomy class. He always prefers any chance to get out of the
classroom and go to the observatory to actually apply those concepts that are taught.
Thomas prefers what type of studying?
a visual method
Incorrect. Lab work may be visual, but not necessarily action-oriented.
b verbal method
c auditory method
d action method
Correct. Laboratory work is interactive and therefore a method of choice for action-
oriented learners.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.1, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
8 “How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!” This funny little saying reminds you of
the importance of:
a using mnemonics.
, Incorrect. Mnemonics are memory strategies. They do not apply in this case.
b procrastination, which is actually far more useful of a “skill” than it is given credit
for.
c using a calendar or a date book to manage your time.
d breaking large tasks down into manageable pieces.
Correct. This can be particularly useful when trying to complete a large paper or project.
ANS: d, p. PIA-5, A, LO=PIA.2, (2)
APA=5.1
9 Why is it important to build “play time” in to your overall study strategies?
a Play time acts as a reinforcer for getting work done, and will help encourage you to
keep moving forward with assignments or projects.
Correct. By rewarding ourselves, we stay motivated to continue working.
b There is only so much work you can do before you need an extended “decompression
time.”
c The play time helps us remember what we are working for.
d Neuroimaging tests have proven that the more we play, the more receptive our brains
become to learning new information.
Incorrect. There is nothing in this section that supports this particular answer.
ANS: a, p. PIA-6, C, LO=PIA.2, (3)
APA=5.1
Mastering the Course Content
10 What is the first mistake people make in regard to reading a textbook?
a Students don’t read the material prior to coming to class.
b Students read their textbook like they would read any other recreational book or
novel.
c Students read too slowly, thus not allowing material to be remembered.
d Students read too quickly, thus not allowing material to be remembered.
ANS: a, p. PIA-6, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=5.1
11 Kayla wants to become a clinical psychologist and hopes to start off her college career
with an A in her introductory psychology class. What should Kayla always do prior to
coming to class?
a read the chapter in advance
Correct. Reading material in advance is proven to influence effectiveness in the
classroom.
b review the chapter summary
Incorrect. Reading the summary is helpful but not as effective as reading the entire
chapter.
c scan through the headings for each chapter
d imagine what questions the instructor might ask that day
ANS: a, p. PIA-6, A, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=5.1
12 What is the second mistake people make in regard to reading a textbook?
a Students don’t read the material prior to coming to class.
b Students read their textbook like they would read a novel.
c Students read too slowly, thus not allowing material to be remembered.
d Students read too quickly and material is forgotten.
ANS: b, p. PIA-7, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=5.1
13 What is the S-Q-R-R-R or SQ3R?
a a method of reviewing your notes after writing them
b a method of reading your textbook so as to best remember material
, c a method of studying usually used the night prior to an exam
d a method of highlighting material for maximum effectiveness
ANS: b, p. PIA-7, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
14 What does SQ3R stand for?
a Survey, Question, Remember, Recite, Remember
b Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Recall/Review
c Sentence, Question, Review, Recite, Recall
d Sentence, Question, Read, Re-read, Re-re-read
ANS: b, p. PIA-7, F, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
15 What is meant by Survey in the SQ3R?
a To survey, you must look through the outline, objectives, questions, and any other
material the author has deemed important.
Correct. Surveying does not require in depth analysis yet it must include the entire
chapter.
b To survey, you must read the chapter summary and try to memorize it.
Incorrect. You do not read the chapter or any part of it prior to surveying. Reading comes
later.
c To survey, you must read the chapter first then look through the outline and
objectives.
d To survey, you must think of a question, then look through the material to find the
answer.
ANS: a, p. PIA-7, C, LO=PIA.3, (2)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
16 Alexis is surveying material using the SQ3R approach. If she uses this method correctly:
a Alexis will realize that surveying is considered more important than actually reading
the material.
b It will take considerably more time but will be well worth it.
Incorrect. If it is taking a great deal of time, then you are not properly surveying the
material.
c It should take only a couple of minutes.
Correct. Surveying is actually a brief task to initially acquaint the student with the
material.
d It may or may not help, since surveying is the least effective aspect of the SQ3R.
ANS: c, p. PIA-7, A, LO=PIA.3, (3)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
17 What is meant by “Questioning” in the SQ3R?
a You should try to come up with a question after reading the heading of a particular
section.
Correct. Questioning occurs as you see a heading to a section. Students can also rely on
pre-designed questions found throughout the chapter.
b You should try to come up with questions for each section after fully reading the
chapter.
c You should come up with questions after reading the particular section.
Incorrect. Questions are developed before reading the section, not afterwards.
d You should try to develop questions before beginning any reading of the chapter so
as to determine what might be important.
ANS: a, p. PIA-7, C, LO=PIA.3, (1)
APA=1.1; 1.3; 5.1
18 Your best friend asks you what the purpose of “Questioning” is in the SQ3R. What is the
best answer to your friend’s question?
