If I am given 10 math problems,and I can and do solve the first nine in the same way,I may struggle with the tenth problem if it requires a different method to solve it.This best illustrates the concept of
A)the salience of surface properties.
B)mental sets.
C)thin slicing.
D)hindsight bias.

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This scenario reflects the concept of mental sets, which refers to the tendency to approach problems in the same way as previously successful problem-solving strategies, even when those strategies may not be effective for a new problem. In this case, the individual has established a mental set of using the same method for the first nine problems and may struggle when encountering a problem that requires a different approach. The other answer choices are not directly relevant to this scenario.

If I Am Given 10 Math Problems,and I Can and Do