Jessica is now trying to solve a different mathematical problem. The problem looks familiar to a previous problem and she therefore approaches the problem using the method that worked previously. Unfortunately, while the problem appears similar this approach does not work. This is an example of;
a) Functional fixedness
b) Mental set
c) Means ends analysis
d) Hill climbing
Ans: b) Mental set
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a. inductive reasoning b. spatial orientation c. word fluency d. number
If we wish to examine differences across members of the couple while matching the dynamics of the relationship within each couple, we use ______.
A. post hoc design B. matched design C. pretest-posttest design D. related/paired samples t test
Jason, while standing on the deck of a ship, is trying to memorize distant landmarks to the harbor entrance; he is trying to create a mental picture of all the names. He is using _____
A) an acoustic code B) prospective memory C) a visual code D) implicit memory
____________________ involve the large muscles used in locomotion
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