ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOL

DHAULA KUAN
CLASS-12TH
PSYCHOLOGY

Assertion Reason Questions with Answers

Given below are two kinds of statements: Assertion and Reason. On the basis
of your evaluation of both, choose the correct option.
1. Assertion (A): The concept of ‘abnormal’ as being ‘away from the normal’ can be very
limiting.
Reason (R): In psychology, we have no ‘ideal’ model of human behavior to use for comparisons.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

2. Assertion (A): The approach that views abnormal behavior as deviating from societal norms
is very restricting.
Reason (R): A society’s values may change over time and socially conforming behavior can be
abnormal too.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

3. Assertion (A): People are hesitant to consult a psychologist for the distress and disorders they
are suffering from.
Reason (R): A disorder indicates failure in adapting to environment and should be viewed as any
other illness.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A (right ans: Stigma around
disorders)
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

4. Assertion (A): psychological disorders should be grouped into various classes based on their
shared characteristics.
Reason (R): Classes of disorders enable the mental health practitioners and other similar experts to
communicate with each other about the disorders and to understand their causes.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
 5. Assertion (A): In obsessive compulsive disorder, one is unable to control their preoccupation
with a specific idea.
Reason (R): Many compulsions are seen in OCD, such as checking, cleaning, washing, counting etc.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

6. Assertion (A): Children with ADHD find it difficult to sit still through a lesson, as if driven
by a motor.
Reason (R): One of the major symptoms of ADHD is impulsivity.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

7. Assertion (A): The relationship between the client and the therapist is special and is marked
by trust, warmth and acceptance.
Reason (R): The therapeutic relationship is a lasting relationship, on which the client can rely forver.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

8. Assertion (A): Behavioral therapeutic approach consists of a large set of specific techniques
and interventions.
Reason (R): Behavioral therapy acts as a unified theory that can be applied to all clients, irrespective
of their symptoms.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

9. Assertion (A): Behavioral therapy aims at extinguishing the faulty behaviors and substituting
them with adaptive behavioral patterns.
Reason (R): Malfunctioning behaviors are triggered by antecedent factors and are followed by
maintaining factors, while causing distress to the client.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

10. Assertion (A): Antecedent operations are attempts to control faulty behaviors.
Reason (R): By changing the reinforcing value of the consequences, faulty behaviors are eliminated.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

11. Assertion (A): Irrational thoughts and beliefs cause psychological distress.
 Reason (R): Irrational beliefs distort reality and cannot be supported by empirical evidences.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

12. Assertion (A): A non- directive and gentle questioning can help reducing psychological
distress in the cognitive therapies.
Reason (R): In cognitive therapy, a client is made to think deeper into their assumptions about life
and problems to change them into rational assumptions and beliefs.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

13. Assertion (A): In humanistic existential therapies, a client starts a journey to attain self
actualization.
Reason (R): It is only if we curb the expression of our emotions that we can achieve a sense of balance,
complexity, and integration.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false (self-actualization requires an open expression of our emotions)
d. A is false but R is true

14. Assertion (A): The therapist initiates the process of self-growth in humanistic existential
therapy.
Reason (R): The therapy provides a permissive, non-judgmental and accepting atmosphere to expand
client’s awareness.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

15. Assertion (A): Rehabilitation empowers a patient to become a productive member of the
society.
Reason (R): The treatment of disorders lies in not just the reduction of the symptoms, but also in
improving the level of functioning of the patient.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

16. Assertion (A): Attitudes cannot be observed but may be inferred from one’s behaviors.
Reason (R): Attitudes are a part of the social cognition that have behavioral and emotional
components.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
 17. Assertion (A): An attitude changes if there is a state of imbalance.
Reason (R): An imbalance in an attitude is logically uncomfortable and a direction of balance is
sought.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

18. Assertion (A): A group that is the target of prejudices is victimized and is not responsible for
continuing the prejudices against themselves.
Reason (R): Kernel of truth is one of the reasons that explains prejudices.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

19. Assertion (A): Individuals work less hard in a group than they do when they are performing
alone.
Reason (R): Social loafing represents one of the human tendencies to get influenced by groups.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true

20. Assertion (A): Highly cohesive groups have a tendency to arrive at highly risky, irrational and
uncritical decisions.
Reason (R): According to Janis’ Groupthink, cohesive groups isolate themselves from outsiders and
disregard dissent.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true