Alagappa University 2007 B.Sc Psychology GENERAL - Question Paper

DISTANCE EDUCATION
B.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2007.
Psychology
GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2005 onwards)
Time : 3 hours Maximum : 100 marks

part A — (5 ? eight = 40 marks)
ans any 5 of the subsequent.
1.What is the nature of Psychology? discuss its various branches.
2.Distinguish ranging from sensation and perception. State the process in perception.
3.What is forgetting? State the factors of forgetting.
4.Discuss the steps involved in issue solving.
5.How is frustration caused? How can it be overcome?
6.Explain the essential functions of a language.
7.State the role of individual and group tests in measuring intelligence.
8.What is ‘trait’? define varied trait theories of personality.


part B — (4 ? 15 = 60 marks)
ans any 4 of the subsequent.

9.Explain the major subdivisions of the brain. elaborate the functions of the left and right hemispheres?
10.What is Instrumental conditioning in learning? discuss the role of reinforcement and punishment in learning.
11.What are kinds of memory? How can memory be strengthened in a person?
12.Define Motivation. discuss any 3 theories of motivation.
13.Discuss the factors of personality.
14.What is the place of ‘Psychological Tests’ in the study of human behaviour? Illustrate your ans.
15.What is social perception? How does it influence social relations among individuals?

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