In Which of the Following Situations Would the False-Consensus Effect

question 58

Multiple Choice

In which of the following situations would the false-consensus effect be strongest?

• A) when predicting the behaviour of out-groups
• B) when we bring to mind the attitudes of people we like
• C) when the actual percentage of others who agree is low
• D) when asking about behaviours rather than opinions

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Definitions:

Demand Curve

A graphical representation that shows the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity demanded by consumers, typically downward sloping.

Price Elasticity

The measure of how much the quantity demanded of a good responds to a change in the price of that good.

Demand Curve

A diagram that illustrates the connection between a product's cost and the amount of it consumers want to buy at various prices.

Substitution Effect

The change in the consumption pattern of goods or services due to a change in their relative prices, causing consumers to replace more expensive items with cheaper alternatives.