The Tendency to Think of Only the Most Typical Uses

question 9

Multiple Choice

The tendency to think of only the most typical uses of objects in a problem setting is called _____.

• A) fixation
• B) mental set
• C) functional fixedness
• D) anchoring

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Definitions:

Premise Indicator

Words or phrases used in arguments to signal the beginning of a premise, such as "because," "since," or "for the reason that."

Therefore

A conjunction used to introduce a logical conclusion from the information previously provided.

Rationally Compelling

An argument or idea that is logically persuasive and convincing.

Deductive

A logical process in which a conclusion follows necessarily from the stated premises; inference by reasoning from general to specific.