Maisie, a junior in high school, is studying for her SAT exam. Although she is tired after a long day of school, she sits down with her study guide and slowly works through five new math problems. Maisie is likely utilizing

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Maisie is actively working through new math problems, which indicates that she is engaged in controlled processing. Controlled processing is intentional and requires conscious effort, focus, and attention. This is in contrast to automatic processing, which occurs without conscious effort, such as when we perform routine tasks like brushing our teeth or driving a familiar route. The options C and D, independent and interdependent mind-sets, are not relevant to the scenario provided.

Maisie, a Junior in High School, Is Studying for Her