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Vocabulary Activity 11-1

Thinking and Problem Solving

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thinkingThe process of changing and reorganizing information stored in memory to create new information is known as _________
imageA(n) _________ is a mental representation of an event or object.
symbolA(n) _________ is an abstract unit of thought that represents an object or a quality.
ruleThe relationship between concepts may be stated as a _____________.
prototypeAn example of a concept that has most of the features of that concept is known as a(n)_________ .
conceptA label used for a class of objects that share common attributes is a(n) ___________.
metacognitionBeing aware of one's own mental processes is known as __________.
insightA(n) _________ is a sudden realization of the solution to a problem.
algorithmA(n) _________ is a step-by-step process for solving a problem.
flexibilityA test of mental ________ involves thinking of as many uses for a product as possible.
heuristicA rule-of-thumb problem-solving strategy is a(n) _________ .
mental setPeople develop a(n) __________ , which is using the same strategy or pattern to solve problems.
creativityThe ability to use information and abilities in unique ways is __________.
recombinationMentally rearranging elements of a problem to find a solution is the process of _____________.
languageThe combination of ideas through symbols and sounds that are arranged according to rules
morphemeThe smallest unit of meaning in a given language
syntaxLanguage rules that govern how words can be combined to form meaningful phrases and sentences
semanticsThe study of meaning in language
phonenean individual sound that is the basic structural element of language


AP Psychology Instructor
Dalat International School

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