The Fact That LiBr Is 7

question 30

Multiple Choice

The fact that LiBr is 7.99 % lithium and 92.01 % bromine by mass regardless of its origin is an example of _____.

• A) law of definite proportions
• B) law of conservation of mass
• C) Dalton's atomic theory

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Definitions:

Representativeness Bias

A cognitive bias where individuals incorrectly estimate the likelihood of an event by comparing it to an existing prototype in their minds.

Availability Bias

The tendency to overestimate the likelihood of events based on their availability in memory, often influenced by recent occurrences.

Confirmation Error

A cognitive bias that involves giving more attention and weight to information that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses, while ignoring or undervaluing information that contradicts them.

Adjustment Bias

A cognitive bias affecting decision-making, where individuals depend too heavily on initial information or adjustments from a reference point.