Question 1
Why does a course on psychology begin by examining the structures and function of the nervous system?
Question 2
What is the importance of considering genetics and the brain when analyzing behavior and mental processes?
B
Question 1
From an evolutionary standpoint, why might the eye have evolved so that the rods, which we rely on in low light, do not provide sharp images? Are there any advantages to this system?
Question 2
If hearing damage results from exposure to noises such as loud music and iPods, why do people continue to put themselves at risk?
C
Question 1
Should the criminal justice system put as much emphasis as it does on eyewitness testimony? What are some possible circumstances that could influence eyewitnesses to say they saw something they might not really have seen? 15 Points
Question 2
Do you agree that people can have repressed memories? Why or why not?
