When Tested with Karl Duncker's Candle Problem, Five-Year-Old Children Showed

question 133

Multiple Choice

When tested with Karl Duncker's candle problem, five-year-old children showed no signs of functional fixedness because, compared to adults, the children

• A)could visualize the problem better.
• B)could physically manipulate the objects with more dexterity.
• C)had less experience with the uses of the various objects.
• D)had more experience with the uses of the various objects.

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Definitions:

Depression

This condition, defined by a consistently low emotional state or a lack of enthusiasm for activities, notably hinders regular daily activities.

Downward Social Comparison

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Self-verification

The process through which individuals seek to confirm their self-concept by encouraging feedback that aligns with their existing beliefs and perceptions about themselves.

Biased Affective Forecasting

The tendency for people to inaccurately predict the intensity or duration of future emotional states, often underestimating the capacity to adapt to life changes.