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Two groups of graduate students were given rats and instructed to teach the rats how to run mazes. Group 1 was told that they had “very smart” rats that should learn quickly. Group 2 was told that they had “very stupid” rats that should learn slowly. In actuality, neither group was any different, and the rats were randomly assigned. In spite of that, when the experiment concluded, the rats taught by Group 1 had learned the maze much more quickly. How can that be explained?

Unintended changes in participants’ behavior due to cues inadvertently given by the experimenter are called __________.

What is the term used to describe the rounded areas on the ends of the axon?

Which pair of scientists shared the most similar views of behavior?

When you watch dogs play in the park, or watch how your professors conduct their classes, you are engaging in a form of __________.

Misaki was sent to the school psychologist to be tested. Based on her IQ scores, it was decided that she would do well in the gifted child program. This is an example of which goal of psychology?

Which of the following statements concerning the field of psychology is correct?

Which of the following coordinates involuntary, rapid, fine motor movement?

“Children who watch violent cartoons will become more aggressive.” According to the scientific method, this statement is most likely a __________.

The class is playing a game of Jeopardy! and it is your turn. “I’ll take Specialties in Psychology for $300.” The revealed answer is, “These psychological professionals work with situations in which environmental conditions may have an impact on mental health.” Just before the buzzer sounds, what will you say?