If I Am Given 10 Math Problems,and I Can and Do

question 103

Multiple Choice

If I am given 10 math problems,and I can and do solve the first nine in the same way,I may struggle with the tenth problem if it requires a different method to solve it.This best illustrates the concept of

• A)the salience of surface properties.
• B)mental sets.
• C)thin slicing.
• D)hindsight bias.

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Definitions:

Law Of Effect

A principle in psychology stating that behaviors followed by positive outcomes are likely to be repeated, whereas behaviors followed by negative outcomes are less likely to be repeated.

Variable-Interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.

Counterconditioned

The process of changing a previously undesirable response to a stimulus into a desirable one through conditioning.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral concept where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a particular behavior.