When Using the Availability Heuristic, People Tend to Judge the Probability

question 24

Multiple Choice

When using the availability heuristic, people tend to judge the probability of an event based on:

• A) the need to be right, which makes it hard to listen to the available information with an open mind.
• B) statistical consideration of the frequency with which the event occurs in everyday life.
• C) the burden of doubt people feel about their abilities to determine probability from available information.
• D) how easy it is to think of examples or instances.

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Definitions:

Truck Air Brake Systems

A braking system used in heavy trucks and buses that uses compressed air to press brake pads against drum or disc brakes.

Trailer Hand Brake Valve

A manually operated valve located within reach of the driver or operator to apply the brakes on a trailer independently.

Treadle Valve

A treadle valve, found in air brake systems of heavy vehicles, controls the air pressure delivered to the brakes in proportion to how much the pedal is pressed.

Trailer Service Control Signal

An electronic or pneumatic signal used to control the brakes and other systems on a trailer from the towing vehicle.