A Problem May Be Solved More Easily When Alternative Representations

question 52

Multiple Choice

A problem may be solved more easily when alternative representations are used. The best strategy is to formulate representations in an order that assists in understanding the physical principles involved. Of the orders given below, the one that will work best most often is

• A) pictorial representation, mathematical representation, tabular representation, mental representation.
• B) pictorial representation, mental representation, mathematical representation, tabular representation.
• C) mathematical representation, pictorial representation, tabular representation, mental representation.
• D) mathematical representation, tabular representation, mental representation, pictorial representation.
• E) mental representation, pictorial representation, tabular representation, mathematical representation.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Ability

The capacity to perform various mental activities related to learning, problem-solving, decision-making, and comprehension.

Field-Independent Style

A cognitive style where individuals tend to be more analytical and less influenced by the surrounding context in their perception and actions.

Effect Size

A quantitative measure of the magnitude of a phenomenon, typically used in statistical research to determine the strength of a particular effect.

Mental Rotation Tests

Assessments designed to measure an individual's capability to mentally manipulate two-dimensional and three-dimensional figures, a rephrased understanding of mental rotation tasks.