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the history of psychology
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which definition accurately describes psychology?
○ the practice of measuring bumps on the skull
○ the study of thought and behavior
○ the practice of controlling behavior through animal magnetism
○ the study of dreams and the unconscious

Explanation:

To determine the correct definition of psychology, we analyze each option:

• "the practice of measuring bumps on the skull" refers to phrenology, not psychology.
• "the study of thought and behavior" is the accurate definition of psychology, as it encompasses the scientific exploration of mental processes and actions.
• "the practice of controlling behavior through animal magnetism" is related to mesmerism, not psychology.
• "the study of dreams and the unconscious" is part of psychoanalysis (a subfield of psychology) but not the overall definition of psychology.

Answer:

B. the study of thought and behavior