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GCSE Psychology Free Response Questions
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The psychologist in the previous study used an independent groups design.
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A psychologist investigated whether memory is better for words presented as pictures or as text.
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Describe and evaluate Gibson’s direct theory of perception.
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Discuss the biological explanation of depression.
A psychologist carried out a study to see if consuming caffeine affects reaction time time. She test
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A researcher investigates the social behaviour of children.
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Critically evaluate a theory of perception.
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A researcher wants to investigate the sleeping habits of teenagers using a questionnaire.
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A researcher recorded the number of words recalled by 9 participants: 5, 6, 4, 5, 9, 12, 5, 6, 11.
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A researcher conducted a study on sleep and reaction time.
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Describe and evaluate the Learning Theory of addiction.
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A question regarding theories of language.
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General question on brain functioning.
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A psychologist wants to observe aggressive behaviour in primary school children during lunch break.
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Describe and evaluate Gibson's direct theory of perception.
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A psychologist investigated whether noise affects concentration. He asked Group A to solve a puzzle
Psychologists have different theories about how perception works.
Brain and Neuropsychology: Synaptic Transmission
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Psychologists have different theories about how perception works.
Mental health treatments vary depending on the condition.
A psychologist wanted to investigate the effect of caffeine on concentration.
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Research into memory often focuses on how information is stored and retrieved.
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This question is about models of memory.
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Outline one difference between verbal and non-verbal communication.
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Depression can be treated using different methods.
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Communication differences.
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Discuss Willingham’s learning theory. Refer to the scenario in your answer.
A psychologist investigated the effect of caffeine on reaction time.
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Outline one biological explanation for depression.
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Non-verbal communication.
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A researcher conducted a study to see if drinking caffeine affects reaction time.
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Use your knowledge of brain structure.
Understanding the structure of the nervous system is key to neuropsychology.
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Memory models attempt to explain how the human mind processes information.
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A psychologist conducted a naturalistic observation to investigate sharing behaviour.
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General question on research methods.
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Sam is working on a group presentation for history class. He thinks the group should focus on the In
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Psychologists have proposed different theories about the relationship between language and thought.
Carol Dweck proposed a theory regarding how students view their own intelligence and abilities.
Describe and evaluate Gregory’s constructivist theory of perception.
A researcher assumes that people who drink caffeine will have faster reaction times.
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General question.
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A psychologist investigated whether listening to music affects concentration.
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Piaget identified four stages of cognitive development.
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Visual cues help us to perceive depth and distance.
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Question about the nervous system.
Describe and evaluate Gregory's constructivist theory of perception.
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Psychologists have different theories about how perception works.
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Distinguish between 'sensation' and 'perception'.
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Extended response questions.
Read the scenario regarding mental health.
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A researcher conducted a study to see if caffeine affects reaction time.
Analyse the following case study.
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A psychologist wanted to investigate if chewing gum improves concentration.
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