AP Psychology : Cognition

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP Psychology

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Example Questions

Example Question #171 : Cognition

Which of the following is not a symptom of a panic disorder?

Possible Answers:

Intense feeling of dread

Dizziness 

Low blood pressure

Nausea

Chest pain

Correct answer:

Low blood pressure

Explanation:

Panic disorders are quite common. During a panic attack, an individual will have a higher heart rate along with physiological symptoms that may make them feel physically ill. Fear of future anxiety attacks also may trigger worse symptoms.

Example Question #172 : Cognition

Cognitive neuroscience encompasses research in which of the following areas?

Possible Answers:

Neurology

Cognition

Linguistics

Computer science

All of these

Correct answer:

All of these

Explanation:

Cognitive neuroscience is an interdisciplinary science that touches on cognitive psychology, neuroscience, computer science, psycholinguistics, and any area of research that is involved in the study of the connection between the brain and mental processes.

Example Question #1844 : Ap Psychology

Sam thinks he is a bad person. He does not think he has any purpose in the world. He also believes that there is nothing he can do in the future to make himself purposeful in life. This is an example of which of the following concepts?

Possible Answers:

Neuropsychosocial paradigm; negative triad

Liable affect; errors in logic

Negative schema; externalizing

Neuropsychosocial paradigm; cognitive biases

Negative schema; negative triad

Correct answer:

Negative schema; negative triad

Explanation:

Sam demonstrates a negative schema and more specifically, the negative triad. A negative schema is a perceptual set in which people view the world. Negative schemas can occur through tragedy, rejection, criticism, or a depressive atmosphere. Any of these factors can cause us to look at the world in a more negative way. The negative triad, consistent with a negative schema, includes a negative view of oneself, the world, and the future.

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