Which of the Following Is an Example of the Natural

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of the natural commonplace false belief?

• A) Herbal remedies are healthy because they use plants rather than pharmaceuticals.
• B) Homeopathic medicine is effective because it induces a counterreaction.
• C) Meditation can induce relaxation, which is the natural opposite of stress.
• D) If many people use a therapy, then it must have benefits.

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Definitions:

Meteorologist Forecast

Predictions about weather conditions made by experts in meteorology.

Motivated Reasoning

A cognitive process where individuals form and cling to beliefs despite contrary evidence, driven by emotion or desire rather than objective evaluation.

Evidence

Information or facts that are used to support a conclusion, belief, or proposition.

Beliefs

A conviction or acceptance that something is true or exists.