Medium Impact
Algorithm: Low
Problem Solving
Functional Fixedness
"A hammer is for hammering. Using it to open a can would be ridiculous and against its fundamental nature."
What is Functional Fixedness?

Limiting use of an object to its traditional function instead of seeing creative possibilities.

Real-World Impact

Limits creative problem-solving, reduces innovation, and explains why breakthroughs often come from outsiders to a field.

Fun Fact

Children are less affected by this bias than adults because they haven't fully learned 'proper' object functions yet.

Random Insight

"Your confidence in your own rationality is inversely proportional to your actual rationality. Ironic, isn't it?"