Which problem solving strategy looks at every possible alternative and could take a very long time?
Describe the difference between divergent and convergent thinking, and explain which one is involved in creativity.
Reproductive thinking produces solutions that are novel and creative.
Evaluating the solution is the last step of the problem solving process.
Adults are less affected by functional fixedness than younger children.
When individuals attempt to use old strategies that do not work when solving new problems, they are __________.
Read the example below and answer the question that follows. John was asked to solve a series of six math problems. He was able to solve the first five problems using a specific sequence of operations. John got stuck on the sixth problem because the solution he used before did not work. John is most likely experiencing __________.
Describe the difference in using an algorithm and a heuristic to solve a problem.
Briefly describe the three basic categories Jim Greeno created to classify problems.
Summarize the six steps of the problem solving process.
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