Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Mental set can cause people to make unwarranted assumptions about the “rules” for solving a
particular problem.
2. Chess masters need longer periods of time to study the chess board than novice players do,
because they consider more alternative moves before playing.
3. Experts spend less time analyzing a problem and more time trying possible solutions than
novices do.
4. Research has conclusively shown that taking a break from solving a problem will lead you to
find the solution more quickly.
5. The prefrontal cortex is involved in the ability to plan and solve problems.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE

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