Q1. Compare and contrast functional fixedness and mental set. Give examples of each in the context of problem solving to support your thinking.
Q2. What did Newell and Simon mean when stating that problem solving is a search? Be sure to use concepts and terms from the text to support your answer.
Q3. From a cognitive psychology perspective, explain why it might be beneficial for a company to hire recent graduates rather than people who have lengthy experience in the company's field of business.
Q4. What are potential drawbacks to group brainstorming? What strategies could be used to address these issues?
Q5. Describe methods a person can use to increase his or her creativity. If you use any of these methods, give an example of how it has been helpful. If not, which method do you think would be most useful for you and why?