What problem-solving strategies don't guarantee solutions but make more efficient use of time?

a) heuristics
b) stereotypes
c) algorithms
d) mental sets


ANS: A, Heuristics are rules of thumb that serve as reasonable problem-solving shortcuts.

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a. it is positive. b. it is not 0.0. c. it is not 1.0. d. it is large.

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a. panic attack. b. anxiety-related disorder. c. fear reaction. d. somatoform disorder.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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