Our Tendency to Judge the Likelihood of an Event on the Basis

question 89

Multiple Choice

Our tendency to judge the likelihood of an event on the basis of how readily we can remember instances of its occurrence is called the

• A)framing effect.
• B)confirmation bias.
• C)representativeness heuristic.
• D)availability heuristic.

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Definitions:

Convulsive Seizures

Seizures that involve violent muscle contractions and can be a symptom of epilepsy or other neurological conditions.

Delirium Tremens

A severe form of alcohol withdrawal involving sudden changes in mental or nervous system functioning, including confusion, agitation, and visual hallucinations.

Alcohol Withdrawal

The physiological and mental effects that occur when a person who has been drinking heavily over an extended period of time suddenly reduces or stops alcohol consumption.

Convulsive Seizures

A type of seizure involving violent muscle contractions and sudden, rapid shaking movements.