When confronted with a problem, persistence in using strategies that have worked in the past rather than new ones is called _________.
A)mental rigidity
B)a mental set
C)functional rigidity
D)a functional set

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A mental set refers to the tendency to approach situations in a certain way because that method worked in the past. This can lead to persistence in using familiar strategies rather than adapting to new situations with potentially more effective solutions.

When Confronted with a Problem, Persistence in Using Strategies That