A mental block to problem solving that is due to excessive self-criticism or involves an inablity to tolerate ambiguity is called
A) perceptual consolidation.
B) an emotional barrier.
C) a conceptual block.
D) functional fixedness.

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An emotional barrier is a mental block to problem solving that can arise from excessive self-criticism or an inability to tolerate ambiguity, hindering effective thinking and decision-making.

A Mental Block to Problem Solving That Is Due to Excessive