In contrast to our explicit conscious reasoning,our seemingly effortless and automatic feelings or thoughts are called

A) mental sets.
B) aptitudes.
C) algorithms.
D) intuitions.

Intuitions

Intuitions are immediate understandings, knowledge, or beliefs that come without the need for conscious reasoning.

Explicit Conscious

Direct, clear awareness of mental activities, such as thinking, feeling, and decision-making.

Effortless

Achieved with remarkable ease and without apparent difficulty or exertion.