When college students are asked to solve a puzzle problem independently, only about 10 percent solve it correctly. Then, when students who did not solve the problem are allowed to discuss the problem together, 75 percent get it right. This illustrates the participants' _____.
A) emotional flexibility
B) emotional inflexibility
C) cognitive flexibility
D) cognitive inflexibility

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The scenario demonstrates cognitive flexibility, as the students were able to adapt their thinking and problem-solving strategies through discussion and collaboration. The low success rate for independent problem-solving suggests cognitive inflexibility among the participants before engaging in discussion. Emotional flexibility and inflexibility do not apply to this situation as the task mainly involves cognitive processes.

When College Students Are Asked to Solve a Puzzle Problem