Often When Children Are First Introduced to Mathematical Word Problems

question 32

Multiple Choice

Often when children are first introduced to mathematical word problems, they begin adding the two numbers listed within the problem rather than paying attention to the most important part of the problem, which asks "How many will you have LEFT?" This illustrates the _____ barrier to problem solving.

• A)perceptual
• B)cultural
• C)learned
• D)emotional

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Definitions:

Human Thought

The capacity of the mind to process information, reason, remember, and relate objects and situations symbolically.

Creativity

The use of imagination or original ideas to create something; inventiveness.

Intuition

The ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning.

Cognitive Tasks

Activities or exercises that require mental effort and are used to assess or improve cognitive functions.