Marilyn was asked to solve a series of five math problems. The first four problems could only be solved by a particular sequence of operations. The fifth problem could also be solved following this sequence; however, a much simpler solution was possible. Marilyn did not realize this simpler solution and solved the problem in the way she had solved the first four. Her problem-solving strategy was hampered by
A) insight.
B) the overconfidence phenomenon.
C) mental set.
D) her lack of a prototype for the solution.
Answer: C) mental set.
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A. Somewhat accurate; most people are right-brained, which explains why most people are right-handed. B. Very accurate; left- or right-brained people behave vastly differently in the world. C. Somewhat accurate; the majority of people are right-brained, so really it's just that hemisphere that should get attention. D. Not very accurate; virtually everyone uses all of their brains all of the time.
Early in his career, what did Freud emphasize as the cause of neurotic behavior?
a. Unhealthy goals in life b. Childhood sexual abuse c. Failure to achieve self-actualization d. Poor diet and sleep habits
Researchers have found that young children usually distribute rewards and goods equally to all in a group. From 6 to 13 years of age, there is an increasing tendency to consider whether a person __________.
A. has destroyed goods and does not deserve a reward B. has worked harder than others and thus merits a bigger reward C. is older than them and therefore deserves a bigger share D. is younger than them and therefore deserves a smaller share
External forces can impact
A. Organizations B. Individuals C. Both answers are correct