I am struggling with understanding the mental model. When I read the material it just confuses me and I am really having a hard time understanding it. Can you explain to me what the mental model is? Here is a link to the material I had to read:
https://www.tcd.ie/Psychology/other/Ruth_Byrne/mental_models/theory.html
For this module, pay attention to your own decision processes. On at least 5 occasions, identify a different mental model that you use on a regular basis. Discuss how this mental model affects your decision making. For each entry:
1. Describe the mental model.
2. Why do you think you hold this mental model? Where did it come from?
3. Do you think using this mental model enhances your decision making - or detracts from it?