Table 22-11 the Following Table Shows the Preferences of Four Types of Types

question 127

Multiple Choice

Table 22-11
The following table shows the preferences of four types of voters over four possible alternatives as well as the percentage of the electorate with the given preferences.

-Refer to Table 22-11.If the vote is conducted using a Borda count where each person's first choice receives 4 points,each person's second choice 3 points,each person's third choice 2 points,and each person's fourth choice 1 point,which alternative would win?

• A) W
• B) X
• C) Y
• D) Z

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Definitions:

Representativeness Heuristic

A cognitive shortcut that involves making judgments based on how well something matches an existing prototype.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses.

Surveillance Strategy

A plan or method for monitoring and observing individuals, groups, or data to gather information.

Mental Set

A psychological tendency to approach situations in a specific way due to past experiences and habits, which can sometimes hinder problem-solving.