When Archimedes, the famous mathematician, stepped into his overly full bath, his problem-solving attempts suddenly entered the stage of _____, where he immediately realized the solution.(He then ran naked through the streets shouting, "Eureka, eureka," an activity which is not a requirement of this stage.)
A)preparation
B)incubation
C)illumination
D)verification

Question

When Archimedes, the famous mathematician, stepped into his overly full bath, his problem-solving attempts suddenly entered the stage of _____, where he immediately realized the solution.(He then ran naked through the streets shouting, "Eureka, eureka," an activity which is not a requirement of this stage.)
A)preparation
B)incubation
C)illumination
D)verification

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The stage where the solution suddenly comes to mind is called "illumination." This is the moment when the problem is solved or when new insights are gained. It usually comes after a period of incubation, during which no progress is made consciously. Archimedes experienced illumination when he realized the solution to his problem upon stepping into the bath.

When Archimedes, the Famous Mathematician, Stepped into His Overly Full