Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Occur

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most likely to occur?

• A) Sean is unhappy that he failed his physical exam because of all the "trick questions."
• B) Kathleen is surprised that her roommate aced a psychology exam, and concludes that the exam must have been easy.
• C) Finnegan is sure that his coworker got a promotion because the new boss liked him.
• D) All of the above are equally likely.

Master the rational decision-making process, including its steps and the challenges it faces in practical application.

Understand how post-decisional justification and escalation of commitment can impact decision outcomes.

Recognize the importance of systematically evaluating alternatives to minimize biases and satisficing behavior.

Learn about the role of heuristic biases in decision-making and strategies to overcome them.

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