Which Statement Best Describes Age and Functional Fixedness

question 152

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes age and functional fixedness

• 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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Definitions:

Only Pleasure

The concept that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important goal or the only source of moral value.

Avoids Pain

The natural human tendency or behavior to avoid situations or actions that may lead to physical or emotional discomfort.

Ethical Hedonism

A philosophical belief that pleasure or happiness is the highest good and proper aim of human life.

Normative

Normative refers to standards or norms that are used to guide, control, or regulate behavior and beliefs within a society.