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(1) We sometimes attempt to solve problems by applying the techniques that worked in similar situations in the past. What type of method are we using ?
(1) Trial and error
(2) Analogy
(3) Algorithms
(4) Heuristics
Answer: Analogy
(2) The fact that a nearer object may obscure a more distant object from the view is due to :
(1) Figure and ground
(2) Proximity
(3) Interposition
(4) Closure
Answer: Interposition

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(3) In a 3 × 4 contingency table, using chi-square test, the degrees of freedom associated with the chi-square will be :
(1) 12
(2) 9
(3) 7
(4) 6
Answer: 6
(4) Read each of the following two statements – Assertion (A) andReason (R) and indicate your answerusing the codes below :

Assertion (A) : In Edwards Personal Preference Schedule (EPPS), forced choice format is used.

Reason (R) : Forced choice format reduces acquiescence response set.

codes:

(1) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is true but (R) is false.
(4) (A) is false but (R) is true.
Answer: (A) is true but (R) is false.
(5) Why do individuals with high need for achievement quit early when faced by very difficult task ?
(1) Get tired easily
(2) Have poor perseverance
(3) Have high anxiety
(4) Have high need for efficiency
Answer: Have high need for efficiency
(6) Assertion (A) : According to R. B. Cattell, source traits are important in the understanding of personality.

Reason (R) : Oblique rotation is used for uncovering source traits.

Codes:

(1) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R)isnotthecorrect explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is true but (R) is false.
(4) (A) is false but (R) is true
Answer: Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(7) Which of the following represents the Tetrad equation as given by Spearman ?
(1) r12 × r34 = r14 × r23
(2) r13 × r24 = r14 × r23
(3) r14 × r23 = r13 × r24
(4) All of these
Answer: All of these
(8) What among the following define a problem space ?

1. An initial state

2. A goal state

3. A set of operations

(1) 1, 3
(2) 1, 2
(3) 2, 3
(4) 1, 2, 3
Answer: 1, 2, 3
(9) A generalized picture or model of an object or event, learned in the past and stored in memory, is :
(1) perceptual constancy
(2) memory trace
(3) prototype
(4) cognitive map
Answer: prototype
(10) Assertion (A) : We are able to recognize the similarity and differences of two objects.

Reason (R) : Dissociable subsystems operate simultaneously in each cerebral hemisphere.

Codes:

(1) Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are false
Answer: Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(11) What is the correct sequence of events given below ?

1. Releasing of neurotransmitters

2. Post synaptic potential

3. Binding on receptor sites

4. Synthesis of neurotransmitters

Codes:

(1) 1 2 3 4
(2) 4 3 2 1
(3) 4 1 3 2
(4) 2 4 1 3
Answer: 4 1 3 2
(12) Assertion (A) : The amplitude of the action potential in a neuron does not go beyond + 40 mV.

Reason (R) : Neurons function on “all or none” basis.

Codes:

(1) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation (A).
(3) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(4) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Answer: Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation (A).
(13) A man reflects his anger from his boss to his child, is an example of :
(1) Projection
(2) Reaction Formation
(3) Displacement
(4) Regression
Answer: Displacement
(14) Speed and power tests can be distinguished on the basis of :

1. Time limit

2. Difficulty level

3. Verbal/Non-verbal content

Codes:

(1) 1 and 2
(2) 1 and 3
(3) 2 and 3
(4) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: 1 and 2
(15) Natural concepts are based on :
(1) prototypes
(2) a set of rules/properties
(3) schemas
(4) propositions
Answer: prototypes

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