The "hiker puzzle," which is presented in the textbook, illustrates the point that
a. functional fixedness adversely affects problem solving.
b. the way a problem is represented will affect its difficulty.
c. people tend to judge as valid those conclusions with which they agree.
d. a mental set can increase the speed of problem solving.
Answer: b. the way a problem is represented will affect its difficulty.
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What type of intelligence involves the accumulation of facts and information?
What will be an ideal response?
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A) value autonomy B) behavioral autonomy C) emotional autonomy D) perspective taking
Shannon blinks as she steps off the school bus and walks into a gust of wind. This automatic reaction is regulated by the:
a. spinal cord. b. lower part of her brain. c. hormonal activity in her body. d. hippocampus.