Which of the following correctly defines psychology?
a) The study of the attempt to describe, explain, predict and in some cases, change behaviour
b) A collection of theories to explain mental behaviour.
c) The scientific approach of assessing personality.
d) The study of the relationship between behaviour and activity of the brain.
e) They study of people as individuals.
Answer: A
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