What does functional fixedness refer toA) not seeing a new function for a familiar object B) arriving at a particularly insightful solution to a problem C) continued use of problem-solving strategies that have worked in the past D) focusing on information that is irrelevant to the solution of the problem

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What does functional fixedness refer toA)  not seeing a new function for a familiar object B)  arriving at a particularly insightful solution to a problem C)  continued use of problem-solving strategies that have worked in the past D)  focusing on information that is irrelevant to the solution of the problem

Gadiel D. Garcia · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Functional fixedness refers to the inability to see a new or alternative use for a familiar object, usually due to being fixated on its traditional use or function.

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