Computer Simulations Are Commonly Used When There Are Multiple Variables

question 24

Multiple Choice

Computer simulations are commonly used when there are multiple variables or complex situations in order to model what might actually happen.Computer simulations also are used in psychology to

• A)integrate the random search strategy to algorithmic functioning.
• B)use heuristics to garner insight.
• C)model human thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving.
• D)do all of these.

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