What type of reasoning draws on probabilistic inferences on what is most likely to be true or most likely not true, given certain information?


Ans: Inductive reasoning

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Which of the following students provides the most accurate basic information about problem solving?

a. Damon: "Problem solving is a very sophisticated cognitive activity, which most adults do not use in their daily activities." b. Nicholas: "Problem solving emphasizes the acquisition and storage of information, but it seldom focuses on the transformation of knowledge: c. Gracie: "People are more likely to be creative if the problem includes several obstacles." d. Tiffany: "In problem solving, you need to reach a goal, but the solution is not an obvious one."

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An example of a well-defined problem would be:

a. getting a vase to your mother by her birthday b. understanding the meaning of life c. selecting the best college to attend d. finding the person who will be a good spouse

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John is difficult to understand when he speaks. Specifically, his comments are illogical, and he frequently shows signs of delusional ideas, such as the idea that his thoughts were placed there by someone else

What is the most likely diagnostic category for John based on this information? a) Anxiety disorders. b) Schizophrenia. c) Dissociative disorders. d) Somatoform disorders.

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