Recent research on insight suggests that insightful solutions:
A) result from conscious incremental processes, such as means–ends analysis.
B) are generated instantaneously by the brain.
C) are the result of incremental unconscious processes.
D) arise most often through the use of visual imagery.
C) are the result of incremental unconscious processes.
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Muriel, who is generally a happy person, becomes quite sad to find out that she failed her psychology exam, but recognizes that her failure to study probably played a role. When her roommate asks Muriel for a ride to the airport, Muriel will probably
a. be more likely to help. b. be less likely to help. c. focus more on the costs of helping rather than the rewards. d. be more concerned with the potential for reciprocity.
Miguel will be using scientific jury selection in an upcoming trial. The first step of this process will be to a. ask prospective jurors personal questions during the voir dire. b. assess demographic characteristics and trial-relevant attitudes of the community in which the trial will takeplace
c. submit a motion to the judge to allow an independent consulting firm to interview prospective jurors. d. meet with the judge and opposing counsel to discuss the range of questions that will be permitted during thevoir dire.
Aretha is trying to determine the extent to which she should include her subordinates in a decision she is making regarding a company problem that has arisen. According to the normative model of leadership, which of the following factors should she consider?
a. the clarity of the problem b. the magnitude of the problem c. the immediacy of the problem d. the level of employee morale
You eavesdrop as a group of psychologists eats lunch together. After reading the first chapter in your psychology textbook, you can correctly identify which psychologist as a behaviorist?
a. Dr. Tsui says, "I'm excited about my new research project. I'll be studying how creativity helps people solve problems.". b. Dr. Lightman says, "I believe that early learning experiences have shaped my actions as an adult.". c. Dr. Melfi says, "I have a client who has a lot of unresolved unconscious conflicts with his mother. I think we'll be working together a long time.". d. Dr. Fraser says, "Looking back at my life at midlife, I recognize how my goals have given me a sense of meaning.". e. Dr. Reeves says, "I'm delivering my favorite lecture today – the role of heredity in language development.".