Which of the Following Is Likely to Reduce Our Ability

question 276

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to reduce our ability to solve new problems?

• A) Analogies
• B) Functional fixedness
• C) Means-ends analysis
• D) Algorithms

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Definitions:

Role-Playing

A method of learning or therapy involving acting out roles in particular situations, often used to improve skills or behaviors.

Pro-Business

Favorable or supportive of the interests of businesses and companies, often in terms of policies or attitudes.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Foot-In-The-Door Phenomenon

A psychological tactic involving getting someone to agree to a small request to increase the chances of them agreeing to a larger request later.