After Solving a Series of Mathematical Problems Using a Complicated

question 78

Multiple Choice

After solving a series of mathematical problems using a complicated formula, Mark used the same formula to solve another problem that he could have solved in a much simpler way. Mark's reliance on the formula he had recently used BEST illustrates which of the following?

• A) perceptual constancy
• B) contextual effect
• C) perceptual set
• D) perceptual organization

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

The Autonomic Nervous System is a part of the peripheral nervous system responsible for regulating involuntary body functions, such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Peripheral Nervous System

The peripheral nervous system consists of all the nerves that lie outside the brain and spinal cord, responsible for transmitting sensory information to the central nervous system and carrying out motor commands.

Somatic Nervous System

A part of the peripheral nervous system associated with the voluntary control of body movements via skeletal muscles.

Neural Networks

Computational models designed to simulate the structure and function of neural connections in the human brain, used in artificial intelligence for pattern recognition, decision-making, and learning.