In an example from your textbook,subjects were exposed to the following problem: A $5 bill is placed on a table and a stack of objects is balanced precariously on top of the bill.The problem is to remove the $5 bill without touching or moving any of the objects on top of it.The best solution to this problem involves tearing the money.People who fail to solve this problem because they were taught that it is "taboo" to destroy "things of value" are probably experiencing which barrier to problem-solving?
A) pragmatic
B) learned
C) perceptual
D) emotional

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The barrier to problem-solving experienced by the subjects who failed to solve the problem because they were taught that it is "taboo" to destroy "things of value" is a learned barrier. They have learned a belief or rule that is hindering their ability to solve the problem, even though tearing the money is the most practical solution. The other options (pragmatic, perceptual, and emotional) do not fit the scenario described.

In an Example from Your Textbook,subjects Were Exposed to the Following