The Validity Effect Is the Tendency of People To

question 111

Multiple Choice

The validity effect is the tendency of people to:

• A) solve problems using the same procedures that lead to valid results on similar problems.
• B) be unable to distinguish between actual experiences and what they have been told.
• C) overestimate their abilities to have predicted an event once the outcome is known.
• D) believe that a statement is true simply because it has been repeated a number of times.

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Definitions:

Perform Research

The process of systematically investigating a topic or question to gather data and insights.

Analyze Information

The process of examining data or details in order to extract meaningful insights or conclusions.

Legal Charges

Fees or expenses related to legal services, or allegations brought in a legal setting against an individual or entity.

Dishonesty

The act of being untruthful or deceptive in behavior, contrary to honesty in actions, speech, or conduct.