Unit 7 Flashcards Thinking
1
Q
Concept def and ex
A
Mental grouping of similar items to aid in memory
Ex: types of dogs
2
Q
Prototype def
A
Best example of something or rep of an item
Ex: like before a product goes out
3
Q
Convergent thinking and ex
A
Method of cognition to achieve route / answer
Ex: math answers
4
Q
Divergent thinking and ex
A
Method of cognition w multi routee to one answer
Essay q
5
Q
Algorithm
A
Step by step procedure to guarantee the correcr answer
Ex: rubics cube
6
Q
Heuristics
A
Mental short cuts to achieve the correct solution BUT doesnt always include the correct solution
7
Q
Obstacles
A
Mental hurdles
8
Q
Representative heuristic
A
Decisions based on prev believed beliefs
Ex: stereotypes
9
Q
Mental set
A
Make decisions based on what worked prev
