Which of the Following Research Topics Would Be Most Interesting

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following research topics would be most interesting to a psychologist who favors the situated-cognitive approach?

• A) When working on a geometry problem, do people solve the problem more quickly if they are shown a diagram, in addition to the verbal form of the problem?
• B) On a problem requiring a matrix solution, are people faster at solving problems if they have already tried several easier versions of the problem?
• C) On a math problem requiring symbols, does the amount of irrelevant information influence the accuracy of the solution to the problem?
• D) What kind of strategies do college students use when trying to solve the problem of getting a ride to their hometown for a vacation?

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