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Animal research / animal models

The use of animal research in the study of human behaviour and the ethical considerations in the use of animals in research.

How often is this tested?

Tested 10 times in the last 7 years — 4.4% of all P1 past-paper questions (10 of 228).

Most often tested as Essay: Discuss (22 marks).

Based on OwlsPrep's analysis of official CIE IB_PSYCH past papers (2019–2025).

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