Students Were Asked to Figure Out the Rule Used to Devise

question 245

Multiple Choice

Students were asked to figure out the rule used to devise the three-number sequence 2-4-6. After generating sets of three numbers to learn whether their sets met the rule, they typically convinced themselves of the wrong rule. Their errors best illustrate the impact of

• A) linguistic determinism.
• B) the availability heuristic.
• C) framing.
• D) confirmation bias.

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Definitions:

Lewin's Basic Change Model

A model proposed by Kurt Lewin that describes organizational change through three stages: unfreezing, changing, and refreezing.

Internal Force

Forces within an organization that cause it to change, such as innovation, organizational culture, and employee behavior.

Organizational Restructuring

The process of changing an organization's structure, strategies, or processes to improve efficiency, productivity, or adapt to new challenges.

Unfreezing

The process in Lewin's change management model where existing behaviors or attitudes are challenged to prepare for change.