Suppose That Sports Fans in Canada Are Given a List

question 238

Multiple Choice

Suppose that sports fans in Canada are given a list of names of all the medal winners in the last Olympics.After a few minutes of study,the fans are asked to estimate the percentage of medals won by Canada.The fans probably will _____ this number due to the _____.

• A)overestimate;hindsight bias
• B)overestimate;availability bias
• C)underestimate;hindsight bias
• D)overestimate;category-specific deficit

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Definitions:

Stereotypically Feminine

Characteristics or behaviors traditionally associated with or expected of women, often influenced by societal norms and cultural expectations.

Physiological Response

The automatic reactions of the body to a stimulus, including changes in heart rate, hormone levels, or muscle tension.

Sexism

Prejudice or discrimination based on a person's sex or gender, often resulting in unequal treatment.

Ethnic Minority

A group within a larger society that is distinguished by racial, linguistic, or cultural heritage, often facing different treatment or discrimination.