Low effort

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In general psychology, low-effort is an action that dispenses with errors and trial and error due to numerous existing experiences .

Thinking and problem solving

In the context of thinking and problem-solving , the term describes a path through a problem space that is close to the optimum .

classic example:

  • The problem space of the Tower of Hanoi can be fully described in General Psychology. A person who moves along the optimum through this problem space acts with little effort .

Expression Psychology

In the context of expressive psychology , the term describes the property of a functional movement to keep the physiological sequence pattern close to the biomechanical optimum.

Example:

  • There are many ways to purposefully grab a cup and bring it to your mouth. Some of them are mannered, graceful or contain superfluous movements that are not for the pure purpose of drinking. A way of drinking that is purely practical and does not require any further exercise is called low-effort .