Assignment #3 Q&A

Assignment #3 Q&A 1- A __________ is the way the brain has of organizing information that allows it to make assumptions about the world and work more efficiently. - answer-Schema (concept/cognition was also acceptable) 2- What is the difference between an algorithm and a heuristic? - answer-Algorithm = step by step instructions Heuristic = shortcut that does not guarantee a solution 3- The inclination to focus on, or seek out information that confirms what you already believe is called the _______________ - answer-Confirmation Bias 4- What is the representative bias? - answer-When you unintentionally stereotype someone based upon simplified group traits 5- Provide an example of a phoneme other than those listed in the book. - answer-Any sound - "C" in Cat. "D" in dog. "F" in flauta. 6- True or False? A morpheme conveys some sort of meaning. - answer-True 7- What is the difference between crystallized intelligence and fluid intelligence? - answer-Fluid - adaptive, problem solving on the fly, using acquired knowledge creatively Crystalized - essentially "what you know", semantic memory 8- If I am quite good a picking up on emotional cues from other people, then I probably score highly on which type of intelligence? - answer-Interpersonal or Emotional intelligence overall...