Concepts and Categories Are Important Because They Allow Us To

question 73

Multiple Choice

Concepts and categories are important because they allow us to:

• A)classify objects or ideas as belonging to one single group and no others.
• B)avoid using prototypes in most situations.
• C)develop mental sets which help us solve new problems.
• D)organize and manage tremendous amounts of information.

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Definitions:

Resource Use

The exploitation and utilization of natural resources by humans for various needs, including energy, building materials, and food.

Developed Countries

Nations with advanced economic systems, high standards of living, and well-established infrastructure.

Manufactured Goods

Products that have been processed or assembled from raw materials into finished items ready for the consumer marketplace.

Human Needs

Fundamental requirements necessary for individuals to live healthy and stable lives, such as food, water, shelter, and safety.