Matthew is under much pressure from his boss to complete the tasks given to him. To make sure that he meets the requirements of his boss, he decides to take the first option he thinks of and rushes through his tasks to get them done, potentially missing important information. This is not necessarily the best option, but Matthew needs meet the immediate requirements of his boss. This decision is an example of?

a) Planning fallacy
b) Satisficing
c) Functional fixedness
d) All of the above

Answer: b) Satisficing

Psychology

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In the Milgram experiment , ___ % of the volunteer teachers pushed the shock button until it reached its maximum severity of 450 volts.

A) 35% B) 45% C) 55% D) 65%

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Which of the following describes the relation between self-directed attention and regulation around the reference value?

a. Self-directed attention does not influence regulation around the reference. b. Self-directed attention engages the comparator. c. Depending on the circumstances, self-directed attention can either promote regulation or disregulation. d. Self-directed attention promotes disregulation.

Psychology