Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) SEM II 2018 19 May 2019 PSYCHOLOGY Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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1. Q2 All questions carry equal marks
2. Q3 Figures to the right indicate marks to sub-questions
3. Q1 Attempt any two of the following:
   • a) ‘Concepts speed and guide our thinking, but they don’t always make us wise’ explain, with 10 reference to relevant examples and research
   • b) Discuss how we acquire language with reference to statistical learning and critical periods 10
   • c) What are the obstacles that hinder problem solving? 10
4. Q2 Attempt any two of the following:
   • a) psychologists define motivation? Briefly describe the perspectives through which they 10
   • b) With reference to research, discuss the facial feedback effect and behavioural feedback 10
   • c) Explain the term ‘emotion’ and explain the Schachter and Singer’s theory of emotion. 10
5. Q3 Attempt any two of the following:
   • a) Define personality. Describe the link between biology and personality 10
   • b) Which of the Freud’s ideas did his followers accept or reject? How did the Neo-Freudians differ 10
   • c) What are personality inventories? Elaborate on the MMPI 10
6. Q4 Attempt any two of the following: Please note: Use of simple calculator is permitted
   • a) i) Calculate the mean, median and mode of the following set of scores (7 Marks) 10
   • ii) Are the mode and median accurate representations of central tendency? Explain why or why not (3 Marks)
   • b) i) frequency distribution table from the following set of scores (6 marks) 10
   • ii) With the help of diagram explain skewed distributions Explain the importance of inferential statistics in psychological research. 10 4
7. Q5 Attempt any two of the following:
   • a) Why is it so difficult to learn a new language in adulthood? 10
   • b) What are the social effects of obesity? 10
   • c) Describe the ‘Big Five’ personality factors. How stable are these traits? 10
   • d) Calculate the standard deviation and range of the following set of scores and the zscoreof52 10
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