Which of the Following Is an Example of an Illusory

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an illusory correlation?

• A) Bystanders are less likely to help someone in need if there are other bystanders present.
• B) Crimes and mental disturbances seem more common during a full moon than at other times.
• C) Women are more likely than men to attempt suicide, but men are more likely to succeed.
• D) The average capacity of short-term memory is around seven items.

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