Punjab University 2010 B.A Psychology - : B, : Part - II - Question Paper

PSYCHOLOGY - Paper : B
(Experimental Psychology)
B.A. 2nd Year

Time Allowed:Three Hours Maximum Marks : 70

Note: (i) Question NO. one is compulsory.Attempt 4 other questions,
selecting 1 ques. from every of the 4 Units.
(ii) Candidates can use non-programmable calculator and statistical tables.

1. Write short notes on any 7 of the subsequent (25-30 words):

(i) Hypothesis

(ii) Psycholingusitics

(iii) Unconditioned stimulus

(iv) Reinforcement

(v) Inhibition

(vi) Divergent thinking

(vii) Fechner

(viii) Mental set

(ix) Creative thinking

(x) Category

(xi) Saving method

(xii) Interference.[Marks 7x2=14]


UNIT-I

2. What is learning ? explain cognitive approach to learning.[Marks 5,9]

3. Describe instrumental conditioning in detail.[Marks 14]


UNIT-II

4. Explain the Atkinson-shiffrin model of memory.[Marks 14]

5. What is forgetting ? elaborate factors affecting it ?[Marks 5,9]


UNIT-III

6. Does language play a role in thinking ?[Marks 14]

7. What is issue solving ? explain the steps involved in it.[Marks 5,9]


UNIT-IV

8. What is a NPC ? elaborate its applications ?[Marks 14]

9.(a) Define Kurtosis.

(b) On a test for class tenth Students, 40 boys and 50 girls were divided into
2 categories based on their scores :

Below average At or Above avg.
Boys 17 23
Girls 28 22

Are boys really better than girls as per this data ? Determine using x*x.[Marks 4,10]

Earning:   Approval pending.