The Problem-Solving Pitfall of a Mental Set Was Demonstrated Most

question 213

Multiple Choice

The problem-solving pitfall of a mental set was demonstrated most clearly in:

• A) the "Linda the feminist bank teller" example.
• B) "The Crow and the Trains" problem.
• C) the Tower of Hanoi problem.
• D) Luchins' water jar problem.

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