Research on Problem Isomorphs Has Demonstrated That

question 35

Multiple Choice

Research on problem isomorphs has demonstrated that

• A) in general, novices are better than experts in identifying problem isomorphs.
• B) problem solving often requires peeling away the superficial features of a problem, in order to discover problem isomorphs.
• C) most problem solvers can easily detect problem isomorphs.
• D) unsituated learning produces a greater number of correct solutions than does situated learning.

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Definitions:

Continuous Probability Distribution

A function that describes the likelihood of any outcome of a continuous random variable within a range.

Function Curve

A graphical representation of a mathematical function, showing how the output varies with the input.

Boundary Values

Specific values at the edge or limit of an interval for which a function or process is defined or conditions that are tested at the extremities of inputs.

Cumulative Distribution Function

A statistical function that describes the probability of a random variable falling within a particular range of values.