What Is the Difference Between Functional Fixedness and Mental Set

question 10

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between functional fixedness and mental set?

• A)A mental set is more rigid than functional fixedness.
• B)Functional fixedness emphasizes the objects involved in solving the problem,whereas mental set emphasizes the problem solver's strategies.
• C)Functional fixedness applies to problem finding,whereas mental set applies to problem solving.
• D)There is no substantial difference; the two terms are identical.

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Definitions:

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