Which of the Following Impediments to Effective Problem Solving Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following impediments to effective problem solving is correctly matched with its definition?

• A)Functional fixedness-the tendency for old patterns of problem solving to persist
• B)Mental set-the tendency to think of an object only in terms of its customary use
• C)Confirmation bias-the tendency to favor existing hypotheses and to ignore evidence favoring alternatives
• D)Representative heuristic-involves judging the probability of an event on the basis of how easily the event can be recalled from memory

Compute volume and understand conversions between different units of volume.

Determine the quantity of material needed for a construction project.

Apply proportion and ratio concepts to solve real-life problems.

Analyze problems to extract relevant information for calculations.

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Definitions:

Peripheral Nerves

Nerves located outside the brain and spinal cord that connect the central nervous system to limbs and organs.

Brain

Central control organ of a nervous system; receives and integrates sensory information, regulates internal conditions, and sends out signals that result in movements.

Voltage-gated Sodium

Channels that open or close in response to changes in membrane potential, allowing sodium ions to enter or exit cells, critical for the generation and conduction of electrical signals in neurons.

Potassium Channels

Protein channels in cell membranes that specifically allow potassium ions to pass through, playing key roles in maintaining cell potential and regulating cellular processes.