Which of these (if successful)would be an example of far transfer?
A)Using crossword puzzles to improve old people's memory
B)Quickly memorizing a set of chess pieces arranged randomly on the board
C)Abandoning a familiar heuristic to develop a creative solution to a problem
D)Improving recognition of melodies by prolonged practice of a musical instrument

Question

Which of these (if successful)would be an example of far transfer?​
A)Using crossword puzzles to improve old people's memory
B)​Quickly memorizing a set of chess pieces arranged randomly on the board
C)​Abandoning a familiar heuristic to develop a creative solution to a problem
D)​Improving recognition of melodies by prolonged practice of a musical instrument

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Far transfer involves applying knowledge or skills learned in one context to a very different context. Using crossword puzzles to improve memory in older adults is an example of far transfer because it involves applying skills from one domain (solving puzzles) to a different domain (memory improvement).

Which of These (If Successful)would Be an Example of Far