Which of the Following Is an Example of the "Taking

question 167

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of the "taking mental shortcuts" bias in thinking described in the text?

• A)Jack thinks he got an A on his essay because he is a great writer, but he thinks he got a D on his communications project because the instructions were too confusing.
• B)Rose overestimates how often cruise ships sink because she can vividly remember the sinking of the Titanic.
• C)Wade believes that he will be funnier on stage if he eats chicken nuggets before he performs.
• D)Michael thinks that he must wear his lucky gym shorts in order to win the game.

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Definitions:

Responsibility

involves the duty or obligation to perform or complete a task, with an inherent accountability for the successful completion and outcomes.

Vendors

Businesses or individuals that sell products or services to other businesses or consumers.

Lease Decision

The choice between leasing or purchasing an asset, involving considerations of cost, duration, and financial impact.

Confidentiality

The obligation not to share or disclose information without proper authorization, especially information that is private, sensitive, or proprietary.