Your Stand on an Issue Such as the Use of Nuclear

question 51

Multiple Choice

Your stand on an issue such as the use of nuclear power for electricity involves personal judgment. In such a case,one memorable occurrence can weigh more heavily than a bookful of data,thus illustrating

• A)belief perseverance.
• B)confirmation bias.
• C)the representativeness heuristic.
• D)the availability heuristic.

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Definitions:

Economic Decisions

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Ratification Debate

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Propertied Men

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Urban Dwellers

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