Which of the Following Statements Concerning Age and Functional Fixedness

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning age and functional fixedness is most accurate?

• A)All age groups are likely to show evidence of functional fixedness, especially when solving problems using unfamiliar objects.
• B)Compared to all other age groups, adolescents are most likely to show evidence of functional fixedness.
• C)Compared to young children, older children and adults are less likely to show evidence of functional fixedness.
• D)Compared to older children and adults, young children are less likely to show evidence of functional fixedness.

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