In problem solving, the term rule of thumb refers to __________

a) heuristics.
b) algorithms.
c) mnemonic devices.
d) cognitive shortcuts.

a

Psychology

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Sixteen-year-old Taddeo is taking medication for severe, chronic depression; 16-year-old Sabina is a mildly unhappy teen. Statistically speaking, in their early twenties:

a) Taddeo will remain just as depressed; Sabina will become happier. b) Taddeo will recover; Sabina will stay the same. c) Taddeo will be less depressed; Sabina will become more unhappy. d) there is no research relevant to this issue.

Psychology

Meditation, drug intoxication, sleep, and hypnosis are all types of __________

a) self-awareness. b) self-absorption. c) waking consciousness. d) altered states of consciousness.

Psychology