Multiple Choice
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1. Introduction to Psychology
Contemporary Psychology: Putting it All Together
Multiple Choice
_____ is the study of the physical changes in the brain and nervous system during thinking.
A
Behavioral psychology
B
Evolutionary psychology
C
Sociocultural psychology
D
Cognitive neuroscience
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Identify the key term in the question, which is 'the study of the physical changes in the brain and nervous system during thinking.'
Understand that this field focuses on the biological processes and aspects that underlie cognition, with a specific emphasis on the neural connections in the brain which are involved in mental processes.
Recognize that the term 'cognitive neuroscience' is a subfield of neuroscience and psychology that studies the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive functions.
Differentiate cognitive neuroscience from other psychology fields mentioned: Behavioral psychology focuses on observable behaviors, Evolutionary psychology examines psychological traits as adaptations, and Sociocultural psychology looks at how society and culture affect behavior.
Conclude that the correct answer is 'Cognitive neuroscience' as it directly relates to the study of brain and nervous system changes during thinking.
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