COGNITION
THINKING AND LANGUAGE
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Question
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Guarantee solutions to problems
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Prevent mental sets
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Often save time
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Prevent fixation
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Detailed explanation-1: -The use of heuristics rather than algorithms is most likely to: save time in arriving at solutions to problems. Scientists are trained to carefully observe and record any research outcomes that are inconsistent with their hypothesis.
Detailed explanation-2: -Which of the following best describes a heuristic? Explanation: A heuristic does not guarantee a correct answer, but it typically leads to one. It is like a “rule-of-thumb” that is helpful in solving a problem, but may not provide the correct result.
Detailed explanation-3: -Heuristics can be mental shortcuts that ease the cognitive load of making a decision. Examples that employ heuristics include using trial and error, a rule of thumb or an educated guess.
Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following is TRUE of heuristics? Heuristics represent commonly used approaches to the solution of a problem.