People Often Assume That It Is Necessary to Use All

question 25

Multiple Choice

People often assume that it is necessary to use all the numerical information provided in a problem to solve the problem.In reality,numerical information sometimes makes it more difficult to solve a problem.Why

• A) The information results in a mental set. 
• B) The information may be irrelevant. 
• C) The information puts unnecessary constraints on the problem solver. 
• D) The information encourages functional fixedness.

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Definitions:

Relapse

The return to a previous state or behavior, particularly regarding substance abuse, after a period of improvement or recovery.

Neurobehavioral Perspective

A viewpoint in psychology focusing on the relationship between the brain's behavior and cognitive functions.

Relapse Models

Theoretical frameworks used to understand the process and risk factors leading to a relapse in individuals recovering from addiction or psychiatric conditions.

AVE (Abstinence Violation Effect)

A psychological phenomenon in which a person experiencing a relapse into substance use feels a sense of failure and helplessness, potentially exacerbating the relapse.