Which goal of psychology is focused on determining what will happen in the future? (A) Description (B) Explanation (C) Prediction (D) Control

Here are the solutions for Part II and Part III.

Part II: Matching

• 6. Structuralism matches with C. Used introspection to study the mind's basic elements like sensations.
• 7. Functionalism matches with D. Studied how it allows people to function and adapt to their environment.
• 8. Gestalt Psychology matches with A. Focuses on the "whole" mind; "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts."
• 9. Behaviorism matches with E. Focused strictly on observable and measurable actions, ignoring the mind.
• 10. Psychodynamic matches with B. Emphasizes the role of the unconscious mind and childhood experiences.
• 11. Biological matches with G. Studies how brain chemistry, hormones, and genetics affect behavior.
• 12. Cognitive matches with F. Examines mental processes like reasoning, memory, and problem-solving.

Part III: Multiple Choice

13. Which goal of psychology is focused on determining what will happen in the future? The goal of psychology focused on determining what will happen in the future is prediction.

    • The correct option is (C) Prediction.

14. The "black box" approach is associated with which perspective? The "black box" approach, which focuses on observable inputs and outputs without delving into internal mental processes, is associated with the behavioral perspective.

    • The correct option is (B) Behavioral.