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What were historically the three basic activities of most Western families? Which activity has changed most dramatically?


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Functional Fixedness

A cognitive bias that limits a person's ability to use an object only in the way it is traditionally used, preventing them from solving a problem in a creative manner.

Mental Set

A cognitive bias that limits a person to using an approach that has previously worked, even when a different approach might be more beneficial.

Pencil Eraser

A tool made of rubber or similar substances used to remove graphite or ink marks from paper.

Trial And Error

A problem-solving method involving trying various solutions until finding one that works, often learning from mistakes.

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