The _____ Occurs When Decisions Are Influenced by Inappropriate Allegiance

question 88

Multiple Choice

The _____ occurs when decisions are influenced by inappropriate allegiance to a previously existing value or starting point.

• A) confirmation error
• B) lack-of-participation error
• C) representativeness bias
• D) anchoring and adjustment bias
• E) availability bias

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Definitions:

Structured Clinical Interview

A standardized, systematic method used by clinicians to diagnose mental disorders, based on direct questions and observation.

DSM-IIIR

The third edition, revised, of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to diagnosing mental disorders.

Diagnosis

The process of identifying a disease or condition from its symptoms and signs by examination and various tests.

Neuropsychological Test Battery

A comprehensive set of standardized tests used to assess a broad range of cognitive, sensory, and motor functions.