The Idea That Chance Events Are Subject to Our Influence

question 84

Multiple Choice

The idea that chance events are subject to our influence describes

• A) an illusory correlation.
• B) an illusion of control.
• C) a representative heuristic.
• D) an availability heuristic.

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Definitions:

Geometric Figure

A shape or form consisting of lines and angles, defined in geometry.

Brain-Wave Response

Electrical patterns in the brain that reflect different states of consciousness or activity, which can be measured with an EEG (electroencephalogram).

Generalization

The process in psychology by which a response is made to a stimulus similar to the one that originally elicited the response.

Observational Learning

A learning process whereby individuals acquire new behaviors or knowledge by observing and imitating others.