Which One of the Four Teachers Below Is Most Likely

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which one of the four teachers below is most likely to facilitate problem solving and creativity in the classroom?

• A)Ms. Axelrod wants her students to develop a single "best" strategy for representing problems.
• B)Ms. Blakely wants her students to learn why heuristics are almost always better than algorithms for solving problems.
• C)Ms. Corning wants her students to learn why algorithms are almost always better than heuristics for solving problems.
• D)Ms. Darwin wants her students to have an in-depth knowledge of the topics they study.

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Definitions:

Racial Stereotypes

Generalized beliefs and expectations about individuals based solely on their race, often resulting in unfair judgments and discrimination.

Self-Handicapping

A cognitive strategy where individuals create obstacles or excuses to avoid self-blame in case of failure.

Self-Mutilation

The act of deliberately injuring one's own body without the intent of suicide, often as a way to cope with emotional pain or distress.

Neurotic Personality

A psychological trait characterized by mood swings, anxiety, irritability, and feelings of distress.