GCSE Psychology (Edexcel): Free Mock Test & Practice Questions

GCSE Psychology (Edexcel)

Core studies, approaches and research methods. Edexcel board.

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Q1. In the multi-store model of memory (Atkinson and Shiffrin), what is the duration of sensory memory?

A. 18-30 seconds
B. Less than half a second to a few seconds
C. Potentially a lifetime
D. A few minutes

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✓ Answer: B. Less than half a second to a few seconds

Sensory memory holds information for a very brief period, typically less than half a second to a few seconds, before it either decays or is attended to and passed into short-term memory. Confusing this with STM (18-30 seconds) is a common error.

Q2. Retinal disparity refers to:

A. The difference between the images received by the left and right eyes
B. The gap between the retina and the lens inside the eye
C. A defect in the retina causing blurred vision
D. The change in pupil size as light levels change

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✓ Answer: A. The difference between the images received by the left and right eyes

Because the eyes are a small distance apart, each retina receives a slightly different image of the same scene. The brain compares these two images to help calculate depth, which is why retinal disparity is a binocular cue and cannot work with one eye closed.

Q3. Which of the following is a common criticism of Piaget's stage theory?

A. It underestimates how quickly children develop skills, and some abilities appear earlier than he claimed
B. It provides no testable predictions at all
C. It ignores the role of the brain entirely
D. It was based purely on animal studies

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✓ Answer: A. It underestimates how quickly children develop skills, and some abilities appear earlier than he claimed

Later researchers, using simpler tasks, found that some children display abilities like object permanence or limited conservation earlier than Piaget's ages suggested, challenging his precise age ranges. Piaget's theory does make testable claims and centres on human cognitive-brain development, not animal studies.

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Who has to sit the GCSE Psychology (Edexcel)

Who needs a GCSE Psychology (Edexcel)?

This is a GCSE qualification typically taken by secondary school students in the UK. It is not a compulsory subject but is also accessible to home-educated students.

The real GCSE Psychology (Edexcel): format

How long is the GCSE Psychology (Edexcel)?

The real GCSE Psychology (Edexcel) lasts 185 minutes. Our mock uses 40 questions in 60 minutes.

What it costs, and what a resit costs

How much does the GCSE Psychology (Edexcel) cost?

Rebooking after a fail: For GCSE Psychology, resits are only offered in the summer exam series (May/June) of the following year. Only English Language and Maths have a November resit option.

Figures for the real exam from vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com, google.com, checked October 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the test provider before you book.

GCSE Psychology (Edexcel): common questions

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How many questions are in the GCSE Psychology (Edexcel)?

The exam has 40 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 40-question format so your practice matches the real thing.

What is the pass mark for the GCSE Psychology (Edexcel)?

You need 24 out of 40 correct to pass, which is about 60%. Our mocks mark you against this exact threshold.

Are these the real exam questions?

No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with Edexcel.