Regarding a Custody Matter, Two Judges Are Each Given Profiles

question 143

Multiple Choice

Regarding a custody matter, two judges are each given profiles of the two parents. One judge is asked, "Which parent should be awarded custody?" while the other judge is asked, "Which parent should be denied custody?" The judges are most likely to see this custody situation differently because of the

• A)underlying base rates.
• B)framing of the questions.
• C)representative heuristics within this situation.
• D)differing emotionalities of the two judges.

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Definitions:

Grievance Procedures

Structured processes through which employees can officially report, address, and resolve complaints or disputes in the workplace.

Bureaucratic Model

A system of administration that operates through a fixed set of rules and procedures, often used in large organizations to ensure consistency and control.

Quasi-judicial Grievance Procedures

These are formal processes used within organizations to resolve disputes between employees and employers, mimicking judicial proceedings.

Flexibility

Flexibility in the workplace refers to the adaptability of work arrangements, such as schedules and tasks, to accommodate both business needs and employees’ personal lives.