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The Representative Heuristic Helps to Explain Why, in Some Instances

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The representative heuristic helps to explain why, in some instances, we tend to base our judgments of other people on:


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Negative Reinforcement

A type of learning where a behavior is strengthened because it is followed by the removal of an unpleasant stimulus.

Positive Reinforcement

A method in behaviorism that involves the addition of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior, with the aim of increasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Aversive Condition

A situation or stimulus that is unpleasant or uncomfortable and which an individual seeks to avoid or escape.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology concept where the removal of an undesirable or negative stimulus strengthens a behavior.

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