The influence of cognitive psychology on testing
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Abstract
The very idea of abstract problem solving seems to be related to Western European schooling (Cole & Scribner, 1974) . While this may be true , it does beg a very important point. The Western European schooling situation, with its emphasis on abstract problem solving, may indeed be a cultural phenomenon . However, it is an important, useful phenomenon. Skills in logic , mathematics, and general problem solving are an important part of our culture, even these skills are then specialized as people find their niche in society. Therefore identifying people who are likely to become good general problem solvers is a reason-