Programmers Who Were Working on a Chess-Playing Supercomputer Asked a Psychologist

question 98

Multiple Choice

Programmers who were working on a chess-playing supercomputer asked a psychologist from their university for some help in working out the problem-solving algorithms they would be using. The psychologist who helped with this project was MOST likely a _____ psychologist.

• A)behavioral
• B)humanistic
• C)biological
• D)cognitive

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Definitions:

Disturbed Sensory Perception

A condition where an individual's processing of sensory information is altered, leading to misinterpretation of the environment.

Ineffective Coping

A psychological state where an individual is unable to successfully manage stressful events or conditions, adversely affecting their health and well-being.

Unilateral Neglect

A neurological condition in which a patient is unaware of and does not respond to one side of the body or environment, often after a stroke.

Risk For Falls

A potential for accidental falling, which may result in physical harm, often assessed in healthcare settings for preventative measures.