Boris the chess master selects his next move by considering moves that would threaten his opponents queen. His opponent, a chess-playing computer, selects its next move by considering all possible moves. Boris is using a(n) ..... while the computer is utilizing .....

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Boris the chess master selects his next move by considering moves that would threaten his opponent’s queen. His opponent, a chess-playing computer, selects its next move by considering all possible moves. Boris is using a(n) ____ while the computer is utilizing ____

A	algorithm; heuristic
B	prototype; mental set
C	mental set; prototype
D	heuristic; algorithm

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -A phoneme is the smallest unit of sound. A phoneme is the smallest unit of spoken sound and is often the one thing that distinguishes one word from another.

Detailed explanation-3: -Concepts: a mental grouping of similar objects, events, ideas, or people. Concepts can be grouped by: Definitions: some concepts fit into a group because of their definition.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fixation: An inability to see a problem from a fresh perspective. This impedes problem solving. An example of fixation is functional fixedness.

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