Question

1. Discuss how we use trial and error, algorithms, heuristics, and insight to solve problems. For each concept, define the term and then describe an incident (either from your own experience or that of a friend) in which the concept was used to determine a solution to a specific problem. You must use specific details of the incident and terms from our module to show me you understand the concept. (Total 64 points)
2., How can confirmation bias and fixation can interfere with effective problem solving. In this portion of your response, for each concept, define the term and then describe an incident (either from your own experience or that of a friend) in which the concept interfered with an appropriate solution being determined. You must use specific details of the incident and terms from our module to show me you understand the concept. (Total 32 pts).

Answer 1

Answer: used concepts to simplify and order the world around us, categories: objects, events, ideas, or people

hierarchies: subdivide categories into smaller more detailed units, prototypes: best example

algorithm: time-consuming but thorough set of rules or procedures

heuristics: simpler way of thinking, solve problems but maybe incorrect solutions

insight: flash of inspiration that solves problem

representativeness heuristic: judge likelihood of things in terms of how they represent our prototype

availability heuristic: judge likelihood of things based on how vivid they are or how readily they come to mind.

Explanation: i hope that helped!