Cognition Flashcards
1
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Concepts
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= mental groupings
2
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schema
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cluster of related concepts
3
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script
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sequences of events
4
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problem-solving
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- heuristics
- trial-and-error
- algorithm
5
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Mental set
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tendency to solve problem in previous manner
6
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Functional fixedness
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- inability to think another function
7
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confirmational bias
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= tendency to selectively receive information that fit existing perception
8
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anchoring bias
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- based on irrelevant information
9
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representativeness bias
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= false generalisation
10
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availability bias
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= basing on the most available resources (most recent/vivid)
11
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tyranny of choice
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= having too many choices, which affect decision-making
12
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Intelligence
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= mental capacity to acquire knowledge + reason + solve problem
13
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Intelligence is NOT creatiivity
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but low intelligence inhibit reativity
14
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savant
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person with low IQ but high creativity
15
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Spearman’s G factor
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general view of intelligence
