Which key concept in Gestalt psychology refers to the idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts?
a) Reductionism
b) Cognition
c) Holism
d) Behaviorism
What research techniques were commonly used in Gestalt psychology?
a) Case studies and surveys
b) Observational studies, experiments, and phenomenological introspection
c) Longitudinal studies and content analysis
d) Cross-cultural comparisons and clinical interviews
What contributions did Gestalt psychology make to psychology?
a) Shaped the understanding of perception, cognition, and problem-solving
b) Introduced psychoanalysis
c) Developed operant conditioning theory
d) Focused on the study of unconscious desires
What was one of the critiques and limitations of Gestalt psychology?
a) Lack of empirical research
b) Overemphasis on behaviorism
c) Lacked a unified theory, criticized for being too focused on perception
d) Ignored the role of genetics in behavior
How is Gestalt psychology relevant in contemporary psychology?
a) It is not relevant in modern psychology.
b) It has influenced the development of structuralism.
c) It has influenced the development of cognitive psychology, human-computer interaction, and design.
d) It is primarily applied in clinical psychology.
In which practical domains is Gestalt psychology applied?
a) Clinical psychology and psychotherapy
b) Education and teaching
c) Design, advertising, and user experience research
d) Archaeology and anthropology
