John Believes That Saturdays Are More Likely to Be Cloudy

question 167

Multiple Choice

John believes that Saturdays are more likely to be cloudy or rainy than weekdays are. However, he is relying entirely on casual impressions; he has never collected data systematically to test his hypothesis. His belief is most likely an example of

• A) an illusory correlation.
• B) an independent variable.
• C) a case history.
• D) a placebo.

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Definitions:

Intelligence

The cognitive ability of an individual to learn from experience, solve problems, and use knowledge to adapt to new situations.

Encouragement

The act of giving support, confidence, or hope to someone, often resulting in increased motivation and positive attitudes.

Self-control Resources

The psychological and emotional capacity of individuals to regulate their thoughts, emotions, and actions, especially in challenging situations.

Temptation

A desire to engage in short-term urges for enjoyment, which might conflict with long-term goals.