The Sphincter Between the Stomach and the Small Intestine Is

question 25

Multiple Choice

The sphincter between the stomach and the small intestine is the

• A)ileocecal sphincter.
• B)pyloric sphincter.
• C)upper sphincter.
• D)lower esophageal sphincter.

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Definitions:

Escalating Commitment

The phenomenon of individuals or organizations continuing to invest in a decision, project, or course of action despite evidence of its failure.

Anchoring Bias

A cognitive bias where an individual depends too heavily on an initial piece of information (the "anchor") when making decisions.

Escalating Commitment

A behavioral pattern where an individual or organization continues to follow a failing course of action due to emotional attachment or the desire to justify prior investments.

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making by reducing complex problem-solving to simpler judgment processes.