The Tendency for Old Patterns of Problem Solving to Persist,which

question 6

Multiple Choice

The tendency for old patterns of problem solving to persist,which can affect perceptions as well and prevent you from seeing beyond the apparent constraints of a problem,is known as ______________.

• A)mental set
• B)heuristics
• C)functional fixedness
• D)means-ends

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Definitions:

Sherman Act

A foundational antitrust law in the United States aimed at prohibiting monopolies and fostering competition.

Antitrust Charges

Legal actions or penalties brought against corporations or organizations that are charged with practices deemed to restrain trade and reduce competition in the marketplace.

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

A U.S. federal agency that regulates the interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil.

Sherman Act

A landmark federal statute in the United States antitrust law passed by Congress in 1890 to prohibit monopolies and other activities that restrict competition.