Describe how cognitive psychologists break down processes such as problem solving or language use into their component processes
Use serial and parallel processes, controlled processes, and automatic processes to help explain how complex mental processes are carried out.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Refer to "Mental Processes and Mental Resources" for the answer. Cognitive psychologists build one block of understanding at a time to see how each block is composed and to see how they fit together. A brief description of controlled and automatic processes as well as reaction time is suggested. Examples from problem solving or language production specifically may be used but are not required.
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