When the Intuitive Error of the Representativeness Heuristic Is Used

question 490

Multiple Choice

When the intuitive error of the representativeness heuristic is used in making decisions, this means that

• A)the underlying odds of an event occurring are emphasized.
• B)incorrect syllogisms are used.
• C)the problem was incorrectly framed.
• D)one selects wrong answers because they seem to match preexisting mental categories.

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Definitions:

Vocalization

The act of producing sound with the vocal cords to communicate or express oneself.

Decibels

A unit of measurement for sound intensity or loudness, often used to compare levels of noise or sound pressure.

Sound Amplitude

The height of a sound wave, which determines its loudness or volume.

Perception Of Sound

The process by which sounds are interpreted and understood by the brain, involving the conversion of sound waves into neural signals.