Conscious Goals Along with Conscious Steps for Getting from a Starting

question 2

Multiple Choice

Conscious goals along with conscious steps for getting from a starting point to the goal is a characteristic of

• A) internal problem solving
• B) external problem solving
• C) implicit problem solving
• D) explicit problem solving

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Psychological Tension

A state of mental or emotional strain, often resulting from challenging or demanding circumstances.

Attributions

Explanations that individuals create for the causes of their own and others' behaviors and events.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating the influence of situational factors.