Imagine That You Are Currently Trying to Solve a Problem

question 28

Multiple Choice

Imagine that you are currently trying to solve a problem. Which of the following statements about attention would be relevant to your situation?

• A) You may experience divided attention because of distracting ideas.
• B) If it is a real-world problem, divided attention is not likely to present a problem.
• C) If it is a real-world problem, the appropriate part of the problem-the part that requires attention-should be obvious.
• D) Although attention is important in problem solving, good problem solvers and poor problem solvers do not differ in their ability to pay attention to specific inconsistencies.

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Definitions:

Autobiographical Memory

Memory of particular events from one’s own life.

Biographical Memory

A type of memory involving the recollection of personal experiences and events in one's life.

Personal Events

Specific occurrences or experiences in an individual's life that have significant personal implications, impact or meaning.

Scripts

General representations in memory of a sequence or series of events.