Cambridge OCR A Level · Psychology - H569

Core studies: Practice Questions

4 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 4 written questions with worked solutions. All on Core studies.

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Question 1

1 mark

In the core study by Grant et al. (1998) on context-dependent memory, which experimental design was employed?

Question 2

1 mark

In the study by Simons and Chabris (1999), which specific condition resulted in the lowest levels of noticeability for the unexpected event?

Question 3

1 mark

Which of the following statements best describes the nature of the sample used in Milgram's (1963) study of obedience?

Question 4

1 mark

In Baron-Cohen et al. (1997), the 'Eyes Task' was designed to assess Theory of Mind. Why did the researchers also include the 'Basic Emotion Recognition Task' and 'Happe's Strange Stories'?

Question 5

4 marks

Briefly describe the aim and the conclusions of the core study conducted by Milgram (1963) regarding obedience.

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Question 6

6 marks

Discuss how the individual/situational debate can be applied to Haney, Banks and Zimbardo's (1973) study of prisoners and guards.

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Question 7

5 marks

Evaluate the ecological validity of Loftus and Palmer's (1974) study on eyewitness testimony, referencing the specific procedure used.

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Question 8

6 marks

Evaluate the reliability and validity of the research conducted by Bandura et al. (1961) into the transmission of aggression. You must include references to the methodology used and how it impacted the results. [6]

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