The Study Group You Belong to Is Discussing Class Materials

question 118

Multiple Choice

The study group you belong to is discussing class materials for the upcoming exam. Based on research presented in your text about information sharing, which type of material would group members be most likely to focus on?

• A) facts that only the smartest person in the group knows
• B) facts that all group members know
• C) facts that just one group member knows
• D) facts that a majority of the group members know

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Definitions:

Mental Set

A framework for thinking about a problem, based on previous experiences and successes, that can both aid and hinder problem-solving.

Heuristic

A heuristic is a problem-solving strategy or technique that employs a practical, non-guaranteed method or shortcut to produce solutions that are not guaranteed to be optimal but are sufficient for the circumstances.

Chess Masters

Highly skilled and experienced chess players who have achieved a high level of mastery and recognition in the game of chess.

Future Moves

Anticipated or planned actions and decisions for upcoming times, often considered in strategic thinking and planning.