A Young Child Enters a Store by Pushing a Door

question 179

Multiple Choice

A young child enters a store by pushing a door open. Every time they come to a door after that, the child pushes the door expecting it to open, even though many doors only open by pulling. This is an example of:

• A) belief bias
• B) distraction by irrelevant information
• C) deductive reasoning
• D) an algorithm
• E) a mental set

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Definitions:

IEC

The International Electrotechnical Commission, a global organization that prepares and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic, and related technologies.

Direction Of Rotation

The course in which a mechanical shaft, gear, or object turns, typically described as clockwise or counterclockwise.

Motor Rotation Tester

A diagnostic tool used to determine the rotational direction of an electric motor to ensure it aligns with operational requirements.

Induction Motor

A type of electric motor that operates on the principle of electromagnetic induction, where electric current is induced in the rotating device without direct contact.