Consider the Following Pieces of Folk Wisdom: "Out of Sight,out

question 119

Multiple Choice

Consider the following pieces of folk wisdom: "Out of sight,out of mind" versus "Absence makes the heart grow fonder." These statements represent which of the following shortcomings of relying on common sense? The common sense of folk wisdom is often

• A)irrational.
• B)context-dependent.
• C)based on personal experience.
• D)full of contradictory assumptions.
• E)concerned with assigning blame.

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Definitions:

Cons

The arguments, reasons, or factors opposing an idea, decision, or action; the drawbacks or disadvantages.

Gains

Benefits or profits accrued from investments, efforts, or other activities.

Losses

The state of being deprived of or of being without something that one has had or the detrimental impact resulting from such a situation.

Quantitative Aspects

The numerical, measurable dimensions or elements of a situation, study, or problem.