You Are Asked the Following Tricky Question, "If There Are

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Multiple Choice

You are asked the following tricky question, "If there are 12 one-cent candies in a dozen, how many two-cent candies are there in a dozen?" To answer this question correctly, you must

• A) utilize a mental set.
• B) define the problem narrowly.
• C) actively challenge your assumptions.
• D) look for analogies within the problem.

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Definitions:

Cultural Accumulation

describes the process through which a culture gathers and amasses knowledge, traditions, and artifacts over time.

Ecofeminist

An approach that combines ecological concerns with feminist perspectives, highlighting the connection between the exploitation of nature and the subordination of women.

Masculine Orientation

A societal tendency to value traits traditionally associated with masculinity, such as assertiveness and competitiveness.

Biocolonialism

The practice of exploiting biological resources, often in less developed countries, without fair compensation or benefits to the local populations, raising ethical and economic concerns.