The Difference Between a Mental Set and Functional Fixedness Is

question 221

Multiple Choice

The difference between a mental set and functional fixedness is that a mental set is ___,and functional fixedness is ___.

• A) getting stuck in using the same strategy that worked in the past; only seeing one purpose for an object
• B) using a hierarchical strategy; using the most obvious strategy
• C) using the same approach to solve a problem over and over again; thinking abstractly about the function of an object
• D) controlling and managing the processing of information; focusing primarily on obvious fixes to a problem

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Definitions:

Deregulation

The reduction or elimination of government power in a particular industry, usually enacted to create more competition within the industry.

Regulatory Capture

A situation where regulatory agencies are dominated by the industries or interests they are charged with regulating, often leading to decision-making that benefits the industry at the expense of the public interest.

Regulatory Agency

An agency, commission, or board established by the federal government or a state government to control the prices charged and the services offered by a natural monopoly or public utility.

Rivalry

The characteristic displayed by certain goods and services that consumption by one person precludes consumption by others.