A tendency to only see objects and their potential uses in typical ways is called:
A)functional fixedness
B)belief persistence
C)the availability heuristic
D)representativeness

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Functional fixedness refers to the tendency to only see objects in their traditional or typical uses, which can hinder creativity and problem-solving abilities. Belief persistence refers to the tendency to cling to one's beliefs even in the face of contradictory evidence. The availability heuristic is a mental shortcut where individuals make judgments based on the most readily available information, rather than a full and accurate assessment of all available information. Representativeness refers to the tendency to judge the likelihood of an event based on how closely it resembles a typical or previously encountered example.

A Tendency to Only See Objects and Their Potential Uses