Stan does not realize that his stapler can be used as a paper weight.This is an example of:
A) interference
B) convergent thinking
C) linguistic relativity
D) functional fixedness

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Functional fixedness is a cognitive bias that limits a person's ability to see an object's potential uses beyond its traditional function or intended purpose. In this case, Stan's inability to see the stapler as anything other than a stapler (i.e., as a paper weight) is an example of functional fixedness.

Stan Does Not Realize That His Stapler Can Be Used