What Are Heuristics? Under What Circumstances Are We Likely to Rely

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Essay

What are heuristics? Under what circumstances are we likely to rely on them when making social judgments? Select two heuristics and discuss how they influence our thinking in daily life. Support your answer with examples of relevant research.

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Definitions:

Minimalist Landscapes

Artistic representations of landscapes that employ minimalism, focusing on simplicity and using a minimal number of colors, shapes, and lines.

Silk Road

A network of trade routes connecting East and West, significant for the cultural, commercial, and technological exchanges between these regions throughout history.

Buddhism

A major world religion founded in the 5th century BCE by Siddhartha Gautama, focusing on the elimination of suffering through ethical living, meditation, and insight.

Tang Dynasty

An imperial dynasty of China (618-907 AD) renowned for its artistic, cultural, and intellectual advancements, and considered a high point in Chinese civilization.