If Someone Estimates That More People Die from Plane Crashes

question 7

Multiple Choice

If someone estimates that more people die from plane crashes than from car accidents each year based on that person's exposure to typical media coverage of these two events, then the estimate of that person is:

• A) inaccurate based on representativeness.
• B) inaccurate based on availability.
• C) probably incorrect based on an illusory correlation.
• D) correct based on what is expected from probability theory and base rate data.

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Definitions:

Nervous System

The complex network of nerves and cells that transmit signals between different parts of the body, enabling communication between the brain and the body.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system responsible for controlling bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.

Sympathetic

Referring to the part of the autonomic nervous system that is responsible for preparing the body for physical activity and coping with stress.

Parasympathetic

Relates to the part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the body's responses, in contrast to the sympathetic nervous system, which stimulates activities.