Cara Is a Mechanic at the Local Garage

question 103

Multiple Choice

Cara is a mechanic at the local garage.This morning she has seen three cars that would not start,all of which needed new batteries.When a fourth car that will not start is brought in,Cara assumes the problem is the battery.Cara's assumption reflects _____.If the problem is actually with the car's transmission,Cara will need to _____ to solve the problem.

• A) functional fixedness; restructure
• B) her mental set; restructure
• C) functional fixedness; reframe
• D) her mental set; reframe

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Definitions:

EOQ Approach

Economic Order Quantity, a formula used to determine the optimal order size that minimizes the total inventory costs including ordering and holding expenses.

Fixed Interval Model

An inventory replenishment approach where orders are placed at fixed intervals, regardless of demand levels, to simplify ordering processes.

Purchase Economies

Cost advantages that a business can achieve by buying goods or services in large quantities, leading to lower per-unit costs.