What method of problem-solving is defined as a shortcut that may or may not lead to a correct solution to the problem?

A. Heuristic
B. Algorithmic
C. Insight-based
D. Intuition-based


Answer: A

Psychology

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Memorization through repeating information over and over may result in poor retrieval because:

A. interference is more likely to occur as the number of repetitions increases B. repetition results in learned material rapidly decaying C. no associations are created by repeating the information D. memorization through repeating is usually associated with boredom and lack of motivation

Psychology

Which of the following is a real world example of using positive reinforcement to change people's behaviors so that they would increase their conservation efforts?

a. providing information regarding the number of gallons of water consumed that week b. providing rebates for buying energy-efficient appliances or cars c. placing an energy tax on gasoline d. none of these

Psychology

According to Berscheid and Walster, passionate love is a product of:

a. beliefs in the idea of romantic love b. a state of emotional arousal c. an attribution about arousal as being love d. all of the above e. b and c

Psychology

The DSM-5 defines mental disorders according to ________

a. causes of disruptive behavior patterns b. significant behavior patterns c. family histories d. various theoretical approaches

Psychology