Regarding automatic processing, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)It involves fast, fairly effortless thinking based on experience with similar problems.
B)It frees up "space" in short-term memory, making it easier to work on the problem.
C)When a pattern is recognized, the most desirable tactic comes to mind almost immediately.
D)It allows numerous trial-and-error strategies to be simultaneously evaluated.

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Automatic processing may involve fast, efficient decision making based on experience, which could free up space in short term memory and allow for possible immediate recognition of patterns or best solutions. However, it does not allow for numerous trial-and-error strategies to be evaluated simultaneously. That would require more effortful, conscious processing.

Regarding Automatic Processing, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE