Psychologists Have Published an Article Which Shows That Many U

question 9

Multiple Choice

Psychologists have published an article which shows that many U.S. residents avoided flying in airplanes after the 2001 terrorist attacks. In fact, for several months afterwards, many people decided to drive, rather than fly. This phenomenon can best be explained by

• A) the influence of recency on availability.
• B) the conjunction fallacy.
• C) the illusory correlation effect.
• D) too much emphasis on the likelihood ratio.

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Definitions:

Equity Theory

A theory of motivation that explains how employees perceive fairness in workplace reward distribution, comparing their input-outcome ratios to those of others.

Perceived Inequity

Perceived inequity occurs when an individual believes that the ratio of their inputs to outcomes is not equal to the input-outcome ratios of others, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and unfair treatment.

Unfairly

In a manner that is unjust, partial, or prejudiced, not giving equal treatment or opportunity.

McClelland's Motivation Theory

A psychological theory that identifies three primary drivers of motivation: need for achievement, need for affiliation, and need for power.