Dual-Process Models State That People

question 4

Multiple Choice

Dual-process models state that people

• A) have two ways of thinking: one is a fast and automatic process, whereas the other is slower but more accurate.
• B) have two ways of thinking, one involved in heuristics and the other involved in anchoring.
• C) have two ways of thinking, one involved in availability heuristics and the other involved in representative heuristics.
• D) always take both the base rate and the diagnostic information into consideration when thinking about a situation.

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Definitions:

Mental Processes

Internal, cognitive functions that occur in the mind, including perception, memory, thinking, and problem-solving.

Form Judgments

The process of making considered decisions or conclusions, especially after careful evaluation of relevant factors or evidence.

Mirror-image Perceptions

The concept in conflict resolution that suggests parties in conflict tend to view themselves in entirely positive terms and the opponent in negative ones, mirroring negative views of each other.

Reciprocity Norm

A social norm that suggests people should return the kind of behavior they receive from others.