The tendency to continue using solutions that have worked in the past,even though better alternatives may exist is known as ____.

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Mental set refers to the tendency to approach situations in a certain way because that method worked in the past, even if new or better alternatives are available. It's a type of cognitive bias that limits thinking to the use of solutions that have previously been successful.

The Tendency to Continue Using Solutions That Have Worked in the Past,even