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:

Centralization

The concentration of decision-making authority at upper levels of an organizational hierarchy.

Demand Instrument

A financial document or security that requires payment of the specified amount on demand by the holder, without specifying a particular time for repayment.

Bearer Instrument

A negotiable financial instrument that is not registered in anyone's name and can be transferred from one person to another by possession.

Two-party Instrument

A financial document or contract that involves two parties directly, typically involving a payer and a payee.