If You Have Ever Been Without a Screwdriver and Took

question 449

True/False

If you have ever been without a screwdriver and took out a dime and used it to loosen the screw, then you did not let functional fixedness be a barrier to your problem solving.

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Definitions:

Cognitive

Pertaining to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, and problem-solving.

Behavioral Tendencies

Patterns or propensities in behavior that are characteristic of an individual across various situations.

Emotional Intelligence

The capability to recognize, comprehend, manage, and utilize one’s own emotions and the emotions of others constructively.

Mental Ability

The capacity to perform cognitive tasks, understand complex ideas, adapt effectively to the environment, and learn from experiences.