Creative Thinking and Problem Solving Quiz

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What is the term for the tendency to be rigid in thinking about an object's function?

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Functional fixedness (correct)

Convergent thinning

Divergent thinning

Which stage of creative thought involves gathering information?

Incubation

Preparation (correct)

Verification

Illumination

What can improve problem-solving by encouraging focus on a problem's deep structure?

Convergent thinking

Relational mindset (correct)

Divergent thinking

Functional fixedness

What problem is used to highlight functional fixedness?

candle problem Signup and view all the answers

Which stage follows incubation in Wallas's model of creative thought?

Illumination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes convergent thinning?

Narrowing options to approach a problem Signup and view all the answers

What is not typically included in the process of creative discoveries according to the staged model?

A single abrupt leap forward Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the Stanford-Binet intelligence scales?

A tool to identify normally and subnormally intelligent children Signup and view all the answers

How is IQ typically calculated?

By dividing mental age by chronological age and multiplying by 100 Signup and view all the answers

What does Spearman's two-factor theory of intelligence propose?

There is a general intelligence factor leading to variations in specific abilities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of intelligence in Gardner's multiple intelligences theory?

Crystallized intelligence Signup and view all the answers

What does fluid intelligence involve?

Content-independent analytical processes Signup and view all the answers

What does 'normal distribution' in IQ testing refer to?

A symmetrical frequency distribution of scores Signup and view all the answers

Which intelligence is specifically related to understanding and drawing inferences?

Fluid intelligence Signup and view all the answers

Individuals with Williams syndrome demonstrate what regarding intelligence?

Exceptional skills in particular areas despite low IQ Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component that crystallized intelligence reflects?

Knowledge of language and factual information Signup and view all the answers

What does impact bias refer to in emotional prediction?

Overestimating the intensity and duration of emotions Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy involves choosing the option that moves you in the direction of your goal at each step?

Hill-climbing strategy Signup and view all the answers

What are well-defined problems characterized by?

Clearly specified goal states and available operators Signup and view all the answers

In syllogisms, what is belief bias?

Accepting conclusions if they align with pre-existing beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What is the problem space in problem-solving contexts?

The set of all states that can be reached in solving the problem Signup and view all the answers

What does the means-end analysis strategy involve?

Defining problems by identifying means to align with the goal state Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ill-defined problems?

Well-defined steps for completion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between Type 1 and Type 2 thinking?

Type 1 thinking is faster and often relies on heuristics. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when individuals focus on a future event as if it happens in a vacuum?

Focalism Signup and view all the answers

In decision-making, what does the principle of utility maximization imply?

Selecting the option with the greatest expected value. Signup and view all the answers

How are gains and losses approached differently according to prospect theory?

Gains are approached with risk aversion, whereas losses prompt risk-seeking behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phenomenon of loss aversion indicate?

Losses cause more psychological pain than equivalent gains provide joy. Signup and view all the answers

What does fuzzy trace theory (FTT) emphasize in decision-making?

The role of qualitative meaning over exact numbers. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about affective forecasting from the content?

It involves predicting future emotional states. Signup and view all the answers

Under which conditions are individuals more likely to rely on Type 1 thinking?

When time is limited and attention is divided. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect that can guide problem decisions aside from utility maximization?

The framing of outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

What does the nature side of the debate primarily focus on regarding intelligence?

Genetic factors impacting intelligence Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the nurture side of intelligence development?

Environmental factors, such as family upbringing, can significantly enhance IQ. Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of family resemblance in categories?

Members of categories share a set of characteristic features without a common defining feature. Signup and view all the answers

What is a prototype in the context of categorization?

An example that usually possesses all the characteristic features of a category. Signup and view all the answers

How is typicality related to prototype theory?

Prototype theory states that category membership is judged based on resemblance to the prototype. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of graded membership, what does it mean for an object to be 'doggier'?

It closely resembles the standard prototype of a dog. Signup and view all the answers

What trend has been observed concerning intelligence test scores over the last few decades?

Scores have risen approximately 3 points per decade. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary issue with the definitional approach in categorization?

It always allows for exceptions to the definitions of categories. Signup and view all the answers

What defines generativity in language?

The capacity to create an endless series of new combinations from a small set of fundamental units. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a content morpheme?

run Signup and view all the answers

What does the phase structure rule pertain to?

The overall organization of a sentence. Signup and view all the answers

Which principle does universal grammar encompass?

There are universal principles applicable to all languages. Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical period in language acquisition?

A time when children are optimally equipped to learn rules of a language. Signup and view all the answers

What does parsing refer to in the context of language?

The process of determining each word's syntactic role in a sentence. Signup and view all the answers

What does Chomsky's poverty of stimulus argue?

Children don't receive evidence for ungrammatical sentences. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the language acquisition device?

It is modular and operates independently of other cognitive functions. Signup and view all the answers

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Test your understanding of creative thought processes and problem-solving techniques. This quiz covers essential concepts such as functional fixedness, stages of creativity, and problem-solving strategies. Enhance your knowledge of how creative thinking can be applied to various scenarios.