The tendency to solve problems using procedures or strategies that worked in the past on similar problems is called:
A) the availability heuristic.
B) the anchoring effect.
C) a mental set.
D) the representativeness heuristic.

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A mental set is the tendency to solve problems using strategies that have worked in the past. This can be helpful in some situations but can also lead to difficulty in solving problems that require thinking outside of the box. The other answer options are different cognitive biases that can also affect problem-solving.

The Tendency to Solve Problems Using Procedures or Strategies That