Question Paper Of M.A. Psychology Examination, April2009 (2008 pattern) of Pune University

M.A. (Semester – I) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY (Compulsory)
E.P. 101 : Cognitive Processes (2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : 1) All questions are compulsory.
2) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
i) What is cognitive psychology ? Discuss history and methods of cognitive
psychology.
ii) What is psychophysics ? Discuss methods of psychophysics.
2. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
i) What is word recognition ? Elaborate theories of word recognition.
ii) What is problem ? Give various types of problem and approaches to problem
solving.

3. Answer any two in 250 words : 20
i) Explain Vygotsky’s theory of cognitive development.
ii) What is attention ? Elaborate in detail selective attention.
iii) Discuss factors influencing reading.
iv) What is artificial intelligence ? Explain uses of artificial intelligence in problem
solving.
4. Write short note on any four in 100 words : 20
i) Cognitive style
ii) Perceptual defense
iii) Speech perception
iv) Personality traits in creative person
v) Vigilance as a function of attention
vi) Syllogistic reasoning.

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M.A. (Semester – I) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY (New)
EP-103 : Psychological Testing
(2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B.: i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Define Psychological Test. Explain the characteristics of standardised psychological
tests.
2) Explain the meaning of reliability. Discuss various types of reliability with examples.
2. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Explain various basic statistical concepts in Psychological testing.
2) Define validity. How would you assess the content and construct validity ?
3. Answer any two in 250 words each : 20
1) Describe the uses of psychological tests in various fields.
2) Explain any two types of within-group norms.
3) Explain the relationship between reliability and sample tested.
4) Describe the procedures for criterion – prediction.
4. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each : 20
1) Ethics in test administration.
2) Influence of situational variables on test performance.
3) Developmental norms.
4) Relativity of norms.
5) Reliability coefficient.
6) Decision theory.

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M.A. (Semester–I) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY (2008 Pattern)
EP 104 : Statistical Methods
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
Instructions : 1) All questions are compulsory.
2) All questions carry equal marks.
3) Use of statistical tables and simple calculator is allowed.
1. Answer in 500 words (any one) : 20
a) What is non-parametric statistics ? Describe the non-parametric tests for
uncorrelated data.
b) Patients of depression were randomly assigned to three treatment groups namely
physical exercise, meditation and rational emotive therapy. After treatment,
patients were given depression inventory. Their scores are given here. By
calculating a statistical test verify that the treatment groups do not differ in their
depression scores.
Physical Exercise Meditation RET
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2. Answer in 500 words (any one) : 20
a) Explain the meaning of central tendency and variability. Describe and evaluate the
measures of variability.
b) Measures of language ability and logical reasoning were administered to Xth standard
students. Their scores are given here. Calculate the product moment correlation
and interprete the results.
Language ability Logical reasoning
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3. Answer each in 250 words (Any two) : 20
a) What are percentile ranks ? Evaluate their applications.
b) Explain the meaning and uses of analysis of covariance.
c) What is multiple correlation ? Explain its uses in data analysis.
d) State the applications of Chi-square.
4. Short note in 100 words (Any four) : 20
a) Meaning and uses of standard scores
b) Applications of ‘t’ test
c) Concept and meaning of correlation
d) Simple linear regression and its uses
e) Sign test
f) Why and when do we use rank difference correlation ?

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M.A. (Semester – II) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY
EP 201 : Learning and Memory
(2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) Attempt all the questions according to the options given in each
question.
ii) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
1. Answer any one of the following in about 500 words : (20)
1) Explain with the help of research studies the role of brain areas in learning and
memory.
2) Explain memory in the light of the unitary process and dual process view with
special emphasis on Waugh and Norman's model of memory.
2. Answer any one of the following in about 500 words : (20)
1) Describe the physiological changes during conditioning. Support with
experimental evidences.
2) Explain and differentiate between Sensory Memory and Short Term Memory.
3. Answer any two of the following in about 250 words each : (20)
1) Explain the basic concepts used in Classical Conditioning.
2) Discuss the factors affecting Latent Learning.
3) Explain the Rumelhart and McClelland view of memory.
4) What are the factors determining memory ?
4. Write short notes on any four of the following in about 100 words each : (20)
1) Characteristic features of learning.
2) Schematization process in Long Term Memory.
3) Observational learning.
4) Memory improvement techniques.
5) Applications of Operant Learning.
6) Schedules of reinforcement.

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M.A. (Sem. – II) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY
EP – 203 : Psychological Testing : Applications
(2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) NEO-PI-R is founded on lexical and statistical approaches. Explain this statement.
Describe five dimensions of personality along with its thirty facets in brief. Point
out the differences between five Factor Model and this test state the nature of
NEO-PI-S and NEO-PI-R Give the information regarding the applications of the
test and researches based on the test.
2) Who devised STAXI ? Which dimensions of behaviour could be measured with
the help of this test ? Describe the sub-tests that are included in this test. How
the test can be utilized for counseling ?
2. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Which strategy for the development of the test is used while devising EPPS ?
Which technique is used to avoid the limitations like social desirability and
tendency to lie ? How can one examine the consistency among the responses
given by the respondent on this test ? Explain the hypothetical need profile
obtained on the basis of 15 psychological needs on the test and explain its uses
for counseling.
2) Whose system of thought was taken as a support by the originators of MBTI ?
Describe in brief sixteen code types of the test based on four types of preferences.
Explain with example dominant function, auxiliary function, tertiary function and
inferior function. Clarify the uses of MBTI in industrial and business settings.
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3. Answer any two in 250 words each. 20
1) What is the use of SAT ? Describe and evaluate this test.
2) What type of Intelligence is measured by SPM ? State the applications of this
test. Who did the Indian adaptation of this test ? Which norms are used in
Indian adaptation of the test ?
3) What are situational tests ? How they are used in industrial setting ?
4) Which factors are measured by Eysenck’s EPQ-R ? Describe the psychometric
properties of the test. Describe the nature of the norms used in the test.
4. Write-short notes on any four in 100 words each : 20
1) Self-concept Inventory
2) W.I.S.C.
3) O’conner Finger Dexterity Test.
4) Rosenzweig’s Picture Frustration Test.
5) Bennett’s Hand-tool Dexterity Test.
6) Passi Creativity Test.

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M.A. (Semester – II) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY
EP-204 : Research Methodology
(2008 Pattern) (New)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words. 20
a) What is Survey Research ? Discuss the various types of survey research. State
the advantages and disadvantages of survey research.
b) What is factorial design ? Describe the types of factorial design.
2. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
a) Define quasi experimental design. Discuss the various types of quasi experimental
designs.
b) Give the definition of factor analysis. Discuss the various method of factor
analysis.
3. Answer any two in 250 words each : 20
a) Describe the non probability sampling methods.
b) Explain the different methods for matching groups.
c) What are the applications and limitations of quasi experimental design ?
d) Write the steps of preparing research proposal as per the style prescribed by
APA.
4. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each : 20
a) Mail Survey
b) Random sampling method
c) Randomised group designs
d) Semantic differential scales
e) Partial correlation
f) Paired comparison method.

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M.A. (Semester – III) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY
EP 301 : Personality (Compulsory)
(2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : 1) All questions are compulsory.
2) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words. (20)
1) What is Jung’s approach to personality ? Describe and evaluate the same.
2) Discuss the cognitive perspective of personality given by Kelly.
2. Answer any one in 500 words. (20)
1) Explain the Five Factor Model of personality and evaluate it critically.
2) Give a suitable definition of personality and describe characteristics of good
personality theory.
3. Answer any two in 250 words each. (20)
1) How would you evaluate personality theory ?
2) Comment on Erikson’s views on personality.
3) Describe and evaluate Maslow’s humanistic perspective.
4) Explain the issue of consistency and temporal stability in personality.
4. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each. (20)
1) Rotter’s expectancy model.
2) Issues in cross-cultural research.
3) Personality structure according to Adler.
4) Idiographic and nomothetic approaches.
5) Personality development in Freudian view.
6) Rollow May’s existentialism.

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M.A. (Semester–III) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY (Optional) (Clinical Psychology) Gr - A.
EP : 310 : Psychopathology – I
(2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
I. Answer any one in 500 words. 20
1) Discuss the etiology of mood disorders.
2) Discuss the role of genetic, physiological and biochemical factors in
Schizophrenia.
II. Answer any one in 500 words. 20
1) Describe the different types of phobia encountered in clinical practice. Explain
the dynamics of etiology of phobia.
2) Explain current paradigms of psychopathology.
III. Answer any two in 250 words each. 20
1) Describe Multiaxial classification system in Psychopathology.
2) Explain the symptomatology of obsessive - compulsive disorder. Illustrate
with examples.
3) Describe the clinical symptoms of Schizophrenia.
4) Explain the clinical picture of unipolar mood disorder.
IV. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each. 20
1) Brief history of DSM
2) Persecutory Delusions
3) Catatonic type of Schizophrenia
4) Dissociative fugue
5) Para-Suicide
6) Ulcer.

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M.A. (Semester – III) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY (Optional) (Clinical Psychology) (Gr-A)
EP : 311 : Psychodiagnostics and Community Mental Health
(2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
I. Answer any one in 500 words. (20)
1) What is Psychodiagnostics ? Discuss the developmental stages given by Freud
and Sullivan.
2) Discuss the role of clinical psychologists in medical and non-medical setups.
II. Answer any one in 500 words. (20)
1) What are self report inventories ? Discuss any two self report inventories based
on the factor analytic approach.
2) What is clinical interview ? Discuss the role of SCID system for standard
diagnosis according to DSM IV.
III. Answer any two of the following in about 250 words each. (20)
1) What is basic anxiety ? Discuss the neurotic needs according to Horney.
2) What is psycho-oncology ? Discuss its nature.
3) Discuss MMPI as a tool of clinical diagnosis with its merits and demerits.
4) Discuss the utility of WISC in clinical set ups.
IV. Write short notes on any four of the following in about 100 words each. (20)
1) Regression and fixation
2) Experimental neuroses
3) Self monitoring
4) EPQ
5) Social deviant behavior
6) Breast self-examination.

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M.A. (Semester – III) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY (Optional) (Industrial Psychology) (Gr. B)
EP 320 : Personnel Psychology (2008 Pattern)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Explain the meaning of personnel psychology and discuss systems view of
personnel psychology.
2) Explain recruitment and discuss the various methods of recruitment.
2. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Describe performance appraisal. Discuss the objective measures of performance
appraisal.
2) State the meaning and uses of job evaluation and explain the methods of job
evaluation.
3. Answer any two in 250 words each : 20
1) Describe the functions of personnel psychology.
2) Explain the significance of communicating the results of performance appraisal
to employee.
3) What is job analysis ? Explain the components and importance of job analysis.
4) What is managerial effectiveness ? Explain its criteria.
4. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each : 20
1) Critical evaluation of utility theory.
2) Job ranking method of job evaluation.
3) 360 degree performance appraisal system.
4) Usefulness of assessment centre.
5) Recruitment planning.
6) Employment profile.

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M.A. (Semester – III) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY
(Optional) (Industrial Psychology) Gr – B
(2008 Pattern)
EP 321 : Organizational Behaviour
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Discuss the models of OB, those which are more appropriate for use in the
affluent nations and justify your answer.
2) Explain the sources and consequences of stress at work. Discuss various
approaches to managing stress.
2. Answer any one in 500 words: 20
1) In the light of the job enrichment theory, describe what steps would you take to
make the job an enriched one. Give suitable examples.
2) Compare the strengths and weaknesses of Hersey and Blanchard’s model of
leadership with the path goal model.
3. Answer any two in 250 words each : 20
1) What is meant by the term ‘Organizational Culture’ ? Define and discuss its
characteristics by giving suitable examples.
2) Explain the concept of motivation in view of McClelland’s theory. Suggest its
applications in organisations.
3) What are interpersonal conflicts ? And explain how conflicts can be resolved by
negotiation procedure.
4) Compare transactional leadership style with transformational leadership style.
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4. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each: 20
1) Recent trends in OB.
2) Quality of Work life model.
3) Program for employee empowerment.
4) Formal organisational communication.
5) Goal setting theory.
6) Behavioural approach to leadership.

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M.A. (Semester – III) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY
EP 330 :Counselling Process (Gr-c) (2008 Pattern)
(Optional) (Counselling Psychology)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Describe work-settings and traditional activities of counsellors.
2) What is “In-depth Exploration” stage of counselling ? Explain.
2. Answer any one in 500 words : 20
1) Discuss various ethical guidelines for counsellors.
2) Describe questionnaire and interview as a techniques for human assessment.
3. Answer any two in 250 words each : 20
1) Describe the stages of counselling process in brief.
2) Explain the counsellors responses leading to ineffective communication with
clients.
3) Discuss the guidelines for ending counselling experience in a positive way.
4) Evaluate DAT as an aptitude test.
4. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each : 20
1) Goals of counselling.
2) Elements of clients file.
3) Positive Regard.
4) Diagnostic tests.
5) Components of effective assessment.
6) Design of action plans.

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M.A. (Semester – III) Examination, 2009
PSYCHOLOGY
(2008 Pattern)
(Counselling Psychology) (Gr-C)
EP. 331 : Counselling Skills and Approaches (Optional)
Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. : i) All questions are compulsory.
ii) All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any one in 500 words. 20
1) Discuss various techniques of empowering mind.
2) Describe challenging skills in counselling.
2. Answer any one in 500 words. 20
1) Discuss various psychoanalytical techniques used in counselling.
2) Explain various concepts in transactional analysis.
3. Answer any two in 250 words each. 20
1) What are counselling skills ? Explain.
2) Discuss various listening skills used in counselling.
3) What are brief theories ? Illustrate its application in school setting.
4) Explain the principles of reality therapy.
4. Write short notes on any four in 100 words each. 20
1) Concept of helper
2) Evaluation of person centered theory
3) Types of questions used in counselling
4) Kelly’s Personal Construct theory
5) Referral skills
6) Logo therapy.