Functional Fixedness Is Defined As

question 78

Multiple Choice

Functional fixedness is defined as:

• A) the tendency to view objects as functioning only in their usual or customary way.
• B) the process of coming to a conclusion or making a judgment without conscious awareness of the thought processes involved.
• C) the tendency to persist in solving problems with solutions that have worked in the past.
• D) the sudden realization of how a problem can be solved.

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Definitions:

Irrational

refers to actions or decisions not based on logical reasoning, sound judgment, or clear thinking.

Discrimination

Actively denies minority members the full benefits of organizational membership.

Denies

The act of rejecting a statement, request, or acknowledgment; refusal.

Organizational Membership

The state or condition of belonging to or being a part of a specific group, company, or institution, usually involving certain rights and responsibilities.