#1
Which of the following is NOT a projective psychological assessment tool?
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
ExplanationThe Beck Depression Inventory is a self-report measure, not a projective tool.
#2
What does the term 'IQ' stand for in psychological assessment?
Intelligence Quotient
ExplanationIQ represents a measure of intelligence derived from standardized tests.
#3
Which of the following is a major category of psychological disorders in the DSM-5?
Personality disorders
ExplanationPersonality disorders are a significant category of mental disorders in the DSM-5.
#4
Who developed the theory of classical conditioning?
Ivan Pavlov
ExplanationIvan Pavlov is known for his experiments in classical conditioning with dogs.
#5
Which of the following is a primary goal of psychological assessment?
To predict future behavior
ExplanationPsychological assessment aims to understand and predict behavior based on psychological characteristics.
#6
Which psychological assessment technique involves the study of human responses to ambiguous stimuli?
Projective assessment
ExplanationProjective assessment relies on responses to ambiguous stimuli for insights into personality.
#7
The 'Big Five' personality traits include all of the following EXCEPT:
Impulsivity
ExplanationImpulsivity is not one of the Big Five personality traits, which are openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a component of emotional intelligence?
Logical reasoning
ExplanationEmotional intelligence involves recognizing, understanding, and managing emotions, not merely logical reasoning.
#9
What is the main purpose of a neuropsychological assessment?
To evaluate cognitive functioning
ExplanationNeuropsychological assessments focus on evaluating cognitive abilities and brain function.
#10
Which of the following is a limitation of self-report measures in psychological assessment?
They are prone to social desirability bias
ExplanationSelf-report measures can be influenced by the tendency to respond in a socially desirable manner.
#11
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale?
It measures both fluid and crystallized intelligence
ExplanationThe Stanford-Binet test assesses both fluid intelligence (reasoning, problem-solving) and crystallized intelligence (knowledge and skills accumulated over time).
#12
In the context of psychological testing, what does the term 'reliability' refer to?
The consistency of test results over time
ExplanationReliability in testing refers to the consistency and stability of results when the test is repeated.
#13
Which of the following is a characteristic of a standardized psychological test?
It is administered in a consistent manner to all test-takers
ExplanationStandardized tests are administered consistently to ensure fairness and reliability across test-takers.
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS)?
It assesses multiple cognitive domains
ExplanationThe WAIS assesses various cognitive abilities, including verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, working memory, and processing speed.
#15
Which of the following is a criticism often associated with intelligence testing?
It is culturally biased
ExplanationCritics argue that intelligence tests can be culturally biased, favoring certain groups over others.