When tested with Karl Duncker's candle problem, five-year-old children showed no signs of functional fixedness because, compared to adults, the children

a. could visualize the problem better.
b. could physically manipulate the objects with more dexterity.
c. had less experience with the uses of the various objects.
d. had more experience with the uses of the various objects.


ANSWER: c

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