ATARMAxxing
QCE PsychologyPractice Examination 19
| Reading time | 15 minutes |
| Writing time | 2 hours |
| Total marks | 94 |
| Questions | 36 |
| Structure | Section A — 20 Q, 20 marks · Section B — 10 Q, 30 marks · Section C — 6 Q, 44 marks |
This paper covers
- Cognitive dissonance and attitude change (Festinger; tri-component model; ELM)
- Localisation of brain function; synaptic transmission; neurotransmitters (Parkinson's, Alzheimer's)
- Visual perception; illusions; cross-cultural influences
- Working memory (Baddeley & Hitch, 1974); levels of processing (Craik & Lockhart, 1972)
- Classical conditioning (Pavlov; Watson & Rayner); operant conditioning (Skinner); observational learning (Bandura)
- Conformity (Asch, 1951); obedience (Milgram, 1963); group processes (Haney, Banks & Zimbardo, 1973)
- Prosocial behaviour; bystander effect (Latane & Darley, 1968/1970); media and aggression
- Culture shock (Oberg, 1960); acculturation (Berry, 1980); ethnocentrism; cultural relativism; prejudice reduction
Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
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