A Person Who Engages in "Top-Down" Processing and Reasons from General

question 95

True/False

A person who engages in "top-down" processing and reasons from general principles to conclusions about a particular case is involved in deductive reasoning.

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Definitions:

Domain-Relevant Skills

Are the specific abilities and knowledge necessary to perform effectively in a particular field or area of activity.

Intrinsic Task Motivation

Refers to the inner drive or desire to undertake a task for the personal satisfaction and challenge it provides, rather than for external rewards.

Creativity-Relevant Processes

Cognitive and behavioral processes that facilitate creative thinking and ideas, including problem-solving, divergent thinking, and the ability to recognize and exploit novel associations.

Extrinsic Environmental Components

External factors in the environment that can influence the behavior and decision-making processes of individuals or organizations.