Virgil Continues to Attribute Sounds and Odd Sensations in His

question 131

Multiple Choice

Virgil continues to attribute sounds and odd sensations in his house to the presence of ghosts although he knows that ghosts are not real. This is an example of:

• A) hindsight bias.
• B) better-than-average effect.
• C) belief perseverance.
• D) pleasure paradox.

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Definitions:

Native Americans

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Moral Suasion

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Moral Reform Groups

Organizations that emerged, particularly in the 19th century, with the goal of improving society by combating perceived moral failings, such as alcohol consumption, gambling, and prostitution.

Gilded Age

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