AP Psychology Unit 7

What is kinesthesia according to the provided information?

• Sense that helps detect smells

• Sense of taste

• Sense of position and movement of body parts

• Ability to see objects in 3D

Answer explanation

Kinesthesia refers to the sense of position and movement of body parts, allowing us to be aware of our body's location and motion.

What is the main function of the olfactory bulb?

• Detect the position and movement of the body

• Transmit pain signals to the brain

• Process information related to smells

• Assist in depth perception

Answer explanation

The main function of the olfactory bulb is to process information related to smells, making it the correct choice.

What does the "sensory interaction" mentioned in the document indicate?

• What does the mentioned "sensory interaction" indicate in the document?

• That one sense can influence another

• The ability to group visual stimuli

• The process of filling spaces in recognizable visual patterns

Answer explanation

The mentioned 'sensory interaction' in the document indicates that one sense can influence another.

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What is "binocular disparity" in the context of vision?

• The inability to perceive depth when using only one eye.

• The perception of depth that relies on the use of both eyes.

• The perception of consistent colors under different illuminations.

• The visual illusion created by adjacent objects under certain conditions.

Answer explanation

Binocular disparity refers to the perception of depth that relies on the use of both eyes, as each eye sees a slightly different image which the brain combines to create a sense of depth.

How does the cochlea contribute to hearing?

• It vibrates to amplify sound waves.

• It converts sound waves into electrical signals.

• It reflects sound waves out of the ear.

• It detects changes in air pressure.

What is the function of the semicircular canals in the inner ear?

• They help in sound amplification.

• They assist in hearing high-frequency sounds.

• They aid in maintaining balance and spatial orientation.

• They produce earwax for protection.

How does the retina contribute to vision?

• It processes auditory signals.

• It detects and converts light into neural signals.

• It controls the movement of the iris.

• It produces aqueous humor.

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Which of the following concepts is an example of hindsight bias?

• Curiosity

• Realizing what was going to happen after it happened

• Self-realization

• Analysis of situations

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Realizing what was going to happen after it happened,' is an example of hindsight bias where one perceives events as predictable after they have already occurred.

What is the role of the hippocampus in memory formation?

• A) It processes auditory information

• B) It is involved in forming new memories

• C) It regulates emotional responses

• D) It controls voluntary movements

Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the 'fight or flight' response?

• A) Dopamine

• B) Serotonin

• C) Norepinephrine

• D) Acetylcholine