Question

Why was the definition of psychology as the science of the soul given up?

• A. Because psychology shifted its focus to observable behaviors and mental processes.
• B. No one could define the nature of the soul precisely
• C. Due to the absence of empirical and measurable methods to study the soul.
• D. To establish psychology as a distinct science, separate from philosophy and religion.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. No one could define the nature of the soul precisely

• Philosophers gave varied and conflicting explanations about the soul.

• No scientific evidence or definite definition was possible.

• This made the definition inadequate for scientific study.