#1
Which term refers to the mental process of grouping similar objects or events into a single category?
Categorization
ExplanationGrouping similar objects or events into a single category.
#2
What is an example of a basic-level category?
Dog
ExplanationA basic-level category example.
#3
What is the term for a mental shortcut that allows people to make judgments and solve problems efficiently?
Heuristic
ExplanationMental shortcut for efficient problem-solving and judgment.
#4
Which type of problem-solving strategy involves breaking down a problem into smaller subproblems?
Subgoal analysis
ExplanationProblem-solving strategy breaking down a problem into smaller subproblems.
#5
What is the term for the tendency to perceive objects as only functioning in their usual or customary way?
Functional fixedness
ExplanationTendency to perceive objects as functioning only in their usual way.
#6
Which theory proposes that concepts are represented by a prototype, which is the most typical member of a category?
Prototype Theory
ExplanationConcepts represented by a prototype, the most typical member of a category.
#7
What is an example of a concept that might be organized using a hierarchical network?
Fruits -> Apples -> Granny Smith
ExplanationExample of a concept organized hierarchically.
#8
In concept formation, what does the term 'family resemblance' suggest?
That concepts are based on shared features rather than a strict set of defining features
ExplanationConcepts based on shared features rather than strict defining features.
#9
Which psychologist is associated with the concept of 'schema' in cognitive psychology?
Jean Piaget
ExplanationJean Piaget is associated with the concept of 'schema' in cognitive psychology.
#10
Which cognitive process involves mentally rearranging the elements of a problem to find a solution?
Problem-solving
ExplanationMentally rearranging problem elements to find a solution.
#11
Which term describes the process of refining concepts to make them more precise?
Differentiation
ExplanationRefining concepts to make them more precise.
#12
Which type of concept involves creating new rules or combining existing rules in novel ways?
Creative concept
ExplanationConcept involving creating new rules or combining existing rules in novel ways.
#13
According to the feature comparison model, how are concepts represented?
By comparing features to a prototype
ExplanationConcepts represented by comparing features to a prototype.