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Emotion and Motivation

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Which of the following is not a basic emotion according to Paul Ekman?

  1. Happiness

  2. Sadness

  3. Anger

  4. Surprise

  5. Disgust

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to Paul Ekman, the six basic emotions are happiness, sadness, anger, fear, surprise, and disgust.

The two-factor theory of emotion states that emotions are caused by:

  1. Physiological arousal and cognitive appraisal

  2. Environmental stimuli and internal states

  3. Unconscious desires and repressed memories

  4. Past experiences and learned associations

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The two-factor theory of emotion, proposed by Stanley Schachter and Jerome Singer, states that emotions are caused by the interaction of physiological arousal and cognitive appraisal.

Which of the following is not a type of motivation?

  1. Intrinsic motivation

  2. Extrinsic motivation

  3. Biological motivation

  4. Social motivation

  5. Spiritual motivation

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, biological motivation, and social motivation are all types of motivation. Spiritual motivation is not a type of motivation.

The hierarchy of needs theory was proposed by:

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. B.F. Skinner

  4. Sigmund Freud

  5. William James

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The hierarchy of needs theory was proposed by Abraham Maslow.

According to the self-determination theory, people are motivated by:

  1. The need for competence, autonomy, and relatedness

  2. The desire for rewards and punishments

  3. The avoidance of pain and discomfort

  4. The pursuit of pleasure and happiness

  5. The need for self-actualization

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the self-determination theory, people are motivated by the need for competence, autonomy, and relatedness.

Which of the following is not a defense mechanism?

  1. Repression

  2. Projection

  3. Rationalization

  4. Sublimation

  5. Compensation

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Repression, projection, rationalization, and sublimation are all defense mechanisms. Compensation is not a defense mechanism.

The term 'unconscious' was first used by:

  1. Sigmund Freud

  2. Carl Jung

  3. Alfred Adler

  4. Wilhelm Wundt

  5. William James

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'unconscious' was first used by Sigmund Freud.

The id, ego, and superego are the three parts of the:

  1. Personality

  2. Brain

  3. Mind

  4. Soul

  5. Consciousness

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The id, ego, and superego are the three parts of the personality.

The Oedipus complex is a theory proposed by:

  1. Sigmund Freud

  2. Carl Jung

  3. Alfred Adler

  4. Wilhelm Wundt

  5. William James

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Oedipus complex is a theory proposed by Sigmund Freud.

The Electra complex is a theory proposed by:

  1. Sigmund Freud

  2. Carl Jung

  3. Alfred Adler

  4. Wilhelm Wundt

  5. Karen Horney

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The Electra complex is a theory proposed by Karen Horney.

The concept of 'collective unconscious' was proposed by:

  1. Sigmund Freud

  2. Carl Jung

  3. Alfred Adler

  4. Wilhelm Wundt

  5. William James

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The concept of 'collective unconscious' was proposed by Carl Jung.

The term 'inferiority complex' was first used by:

  1. Sigmund Freud

  2. Carl Jung

  3. Alfred Adler

  4. Wilhelm Wundt

  5. William James

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term 'inferiority complex' was first used by Alfred Adler.

The humanistic approach to psychology emphasizes:

  1. The importance of free will and personal growth

  2. The role of unconscious desires and repressed memories

  3. The influence of environmental factors on behavior

  4. The importance of rewards and punishments in shaping behavior

  5. The role of biological factors in determining behavior

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The humanistic approach to psychology emphasizes the importance of free will and personal growth.

The existential approach to psychology emphasizes:

  1. The importance of meaning and purpose in life

  2. The role of unconscious desires and repressed memories

  3. The influence of environmental factors on behavior

  4. The importance of rewards and punishments in shaping behavior

  5. The role of biological factors in determining behavior

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The existential approach to psychology emphasizes the importance of meaning and purpose in life.

The positive psychology movement focuses on:

  1. The study of human strengths and well-being

  2. The treatment of mental disorders

  3. The understanding of unconscious desires and repressed memories

  4. The influence of environmental factors on behavior

  5. The role of biological factors in determining behavior

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The positive psychology movement focuses on the study of human strengths and well-being.

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