The Tendency to Assume That If an Item Is Similar

question 102

Multiple Choice

The tendency to assume that if an item is similar to members of a particular category, it is probably a member of that category itself, is known as the

• A) Stroop effect.
• B) base-rate effect.
• C) representativeness heuristic.
• D) availability heuristic.

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Definitions:

Negative Thinking

A cognitive pattern where an individual consistently interprets situations and outcomes in a pessimistic or detrimental manner, often affecting mental health.

Sad Moods

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Depression Relapse

The return of depressive symptoms after a period of improvement or remission, often requiring additional treatment or modification of existing therapy.

Biofeedback

A process that involves measuring a person's bodily functions such as heart rate, muscle tension, and temperature, and providing that information in real-time to help the person learn control over these functions.