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

Psychology

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Psychology

____________________ involve the large muscles used in locomotion

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology