Which of the Following Is an Example of a Sunk

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a sunk cost fallacy?

• A) "I paid $85 for this wool sweater, but it is too scratchy on my skin, so I think I'll give it to my mother-in-law."
• B) "I'm not going to allow the sacrifice of 2,527 troops who have died in Iraq to be in vain by pulling out before the job is done."
• C) "I will not buy an Under Armour hoodie until it goes on sale for at least 25% off."
• D) "I'm going to buy another bag of popcorn because this popcorn is burnt."

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Treatment

Interventions designed to alleviate symptoms, cure illness, or improve health and well-being in a targeted condition.

Degradation

Process in which a receiving neuron releases an enzyme into the synapse, breaking down neurotransmitters into other biochemicals.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the brain that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, playing key roles in processing and regulating bodily functions and emotions.

Enzyme

Biological molecules (proteins) that act as catalysts and help complex reactions occur everywhere in life.