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Problem Solving
Intelligence and
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Language
Motivation
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Final Jeopardy

2. 1 - $100 What is a prototype? Provide one example.
A mental image that represents a category or “best image” that represents a category. Example: Fruit=Apple (prototype)

3. 1 - $200
This word describes a mental grouping of similar objects, events, ideas or people
Concept
Schema Theory

4. 1 - $300
Define the term Heuristic and provide one example of Heuristic problem solving
Solving a problem using prior knowledge and techniques that have worked in the past
Examples will vary

5. 1 - $400
A rubik’s cube, or crossword puzzle are examples of what method of problem solving?
An algorithim

6. 1 - $500
Provide the name of and definition or example for 3 problems with problem solving
Functional Fixedness: thinking about objects only in terms of their typical uses
Mental Set: the tendency to use problem solving patterns that have worked in the past
Confirmation Bias: only searching for evidence that fit our own beliefs
Creativity: solving problems by combining ideas/behaviors in new ways
Convergent Thinking: Only having/believing in one answer/solution to a problem

7. 2 - $100
What are the 2 factors of intelligence identified by Spearman and briefly explain/define each
G-Factor: General Intelligence (Math, Reading, Basic “Academic” intelligence)
S-Factor: Specific Intelligence (Art, music, Buisness)

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Name at least 5 of the types of intelligence identified by Gardner
50 bonus points for each additional
Verbal/Linguistic
Musical
Logical/Mathematical
Visual/Spatial
Movement/Kinesthetic
Interpersonal
Intrapersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist

9. 2 - $300 What is the calculation for measuring a person’s IQ
50 bonus points if you can say what IQ stands for
50 bonus points if you can determine which psychologist developed the IQ formula
IQ=MA(Mental Age)/ CA (Chronological Age) x 100
Terman

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Sternberg’s Triachic Theory of Intelligence identifies 3 types of intelligence. Identify/Explain each one
Analytical Intelligence: problem solving, academic intelligence
Creative Intelligence: The ability to deal with new and different concepts and come up with new ways to solve problems
Practical Intelligence: “Street smarts”, social skills

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Provide the name of 3 modern or historical intelligence tests (Not just acronyms, must at least know what the acronyms stand for)
Binet’s Mental Ability Test
Stanford-Binet IQ Test
The Welscher Tests:
WAIS-IV (Welscher Adult Intelligence Scale)
WPPSI-III (Welscher Preschooll and Primary Scale of Intelligence)
WISC-IV (Welscher Intelligence Scale for Children)

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“A system for combining symbols (such as words) so that a number of meaningful statements can be made for the purpose of communicating with others”
Language

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The practical aspects of communication such as how to take turns in a conversation, the use of gestures, or how to emphasize a point is known as:
Pragmatics

14. 3 - $300 What is the linguistic relativity hypothesis?
Bonus 100: compare the LRH to Cognitive Universalism
LRH: The theory that thought processes and concepts are controlled by language
Cognitive Universalism: Theory that concepts are universal and influence the development of language

15. 3 - $400 Define and compare the following terms: Grammar Syntax
Grammar: The system of rules governing the structure and use of a language
Syntax: The system of rules for combineing words and phrases to form grammaticall correct sentences

16. 3 - $500 Define and Compare the following terms: Morphemes Phonemes
Morphemes: The smallest units of meaning within a language
Phonemes: The smallest units of sound within a language.

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Explain the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and provide an example of each
Intrinsic: Internally motivated (feelings, personal satisfaction etc…)
Extrinsic: Externally motivated (threats, trophies, rewards)

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David McClelland’s Theory dealt with 3 types of psychological needs. Define each of these needs and provide the acronym used with them.
Need for Power (nPow): The need for control
Need for Acheivement (nAch): The need to succeed
Need for Affiliation (nAff): The need for social relationships

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Define the Terms: Need, Drive and Homeostasis and explain how they interact in the Drive-Reduction Theory
Need: A requirement (food or water) that is essential to survival
Drive: The psychological and physical tension or arousal that arises when there is a need to be met
Homeostasis: The tendency for the body to maintain a steady state.

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Explain the role that the following parts of the brain have in controlling hunger:
Ventromedial Hypothalamus (VMH)
Lateral Hypothalamus (LH)
Ventromedial Hypothalamus: Involved in stopping the eating process when glucose levels go up
Lateral Hypothalamus: Involved in the onset of eating when insulin levels go up

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What is the Yerkes-Dodson Law? Provide an example of the Yerkes-Dodson Law at work
Yerkes-Dodson: law stated that performance is related to level of arousal. Moderate level of arousal leads to best performance.
Test anxiety reduce anxiety will increase performance
Bored  Fight with spouse/friend to increase arousal

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What are the 3 components of emotion? Describe/Define each one.
Physiological/Biological: How your body reacts to a stimulus.
Behavior: How you act (i.e crying when sad)
Cognition: Understanding/labeling the emotion

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According to Paul Ekman, what are 6 of the 7 basic emotions (based on the obersvation of facial expressions across several cultures)
50 bonus points if you can name all 7
Fear
Disgust
Happiness
Anger
Surprise
Sadness
Contempt

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Identify the Theory of Emotion described in the situation below:
You are walking down a dark alley late at night. You hear footsteps behind you and you begin to tremble, your heart beats faster and your breathing deepens. Due to this physiological changes your body prepares for a fearful situation. You then experience fear.
James-Lange Theory of Emotion

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Identify the Theory of Emotion described in the situation below:
You are walking down a dark alley late at night. You hear footsteps behind you begin to tremble. Your heart beats faster and your breathing deepens. At the same time, you also experience the emotion of fear.
Cannon-Bard Theory of Emotion

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Identify the Theory of Emotion described in the situation below:
You are walking down a dark alley late at night. You hear footsteps behind you and begin to tremble, your heart beats faster and your breathing deepens. Upon noticing this arousal you realize that it comes from the fact that you are walking down a dark alley by yourself. This behavior is dangerous and therefore you feel the emotion of fear
Schacter 2 Factor Theory

27. Final Jeopardy
The reading in 8.10 provided 10 suggestions from famous psychologist (and AP text book author) David G. Myers for becoming happier. Provide us with 3 of them from the reading
1) Realize that happiness doesn’t come from success
2) Take control of your time
3) Act Happy
4) Seek work and leisure activities that engage your skills
5) Join the “movement” movement
6)Give your body the sleep it wants
7)Give priority to close relationships
8) Focus, beyond the self
9) Keep a gratitude journal
10) Nurture your spiritual self