The Tendency to View an Object as Having Only One

question 138

Multiple Choice

The tendency to view an object as having only one purpose or use is called

• A) confirmation bias.
• B) functional fixedness.
• C) mental set.
• D) availability heuristic.

Predict individual performance based on statistical correlations between different academic indicators.

Understand the utility and limitations of various psychological measurement tools in assessing outcomes.

Apply statistical concepts to practical psychology scenarios, such as program evaluation or predicting test scores.

Understand the limitations and capabilities of norm group comparison tests.

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Definitions:

First-Line Treatment

The initial, preferred method of treatment for a disease or condition, typically based on clinical evidence for its effectiveness.

SAD

Seasonal Affective Disorder, a type of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually during winter when there is less natural sunlight.

Light Therapy

A treatment method that involves exposure to bright light, often used to address seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and certain other conditions.

ECT

Electroconvulsive Therapy, a psychiatric treatment involving electric currents passed through the brain to trigger a brief seizure, aiming to treat certain mental disorders.