In Kahneman and Tversky's Prospect Theory, They Hypothesized That People

question 39

Multiple Choice

In Kahneman and Tversky's prospect theory, they hypothesized that people tend to ______ low-probability outcomes and ______ high-probability outcomes.

• A) focus on; ignore
• B) ignore; focus on
• C) underweight; overweight
• D) overweight; underweight

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Definitions:

Physical Abuse

The intentional use of physical force to cause harm or injury to another person, often a pattern of behavior in abusive relationships.

Emotional Abuse

A type of maltreatment where one individual exposes another to actions leading to mental distress, such as severe anxiety, lasting depression, or PTSD.

Sexually Assaulted Children

Children who have experienced unwanted sexual contact or activity, often resulting in trauma and the need for specialized support services.

Family Member

An individual who is part of one's immediate or extended family, through blood relation, marriage, or legal adoption.