The Hill-Climbing Heuristic Involves

question 62

Multiple Choice

The hill-climbing heuristic involves

• A) selecting the alternative at each choice point that appears to lead most directly to one's goal.
• B) trying to find a connection between the current problem and some previous problem.
• C) attempting various problem solutions sequentially until a successful solution is found.
• D) starting at the goal state and moving toward the current point in the problem.

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Definitions:

Dyadic Encoding

Dyadic Encoding is a process in cognitive psychology where two individuals work together to remember information, enhancing memory retention.

Attentional Encoding

The process by which pertinent information is selected and processed for storage in memory, while irrelevant information is ignored.

Elaboration

The development of an idea by providing more detailed information.

Stimulus

An event or object that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.