The Representativeness Heuristic Refers to Our Tendency to ​

question 85

Multiple Choice

The representativeness heuristic refers to our tendency to ​

• A)ignore subjective probabilities when making decisions.
• B)estimate the probability of an event by judging the ease with which relevant instances come to mind.
• C)estimate the probability of an event based on how similar it is to the typical prototype of that event.
• D)ignore common stereotypes when estimating probabilities.

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Definitions:

Expiratory Reserve Volume

The additional amount of air that can be forcefully exhaled after a normal exhalation, used to measure lung function.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume

The additional amount of air that can be inhaled after a normal inhalation, contributing to the total lung capacity.

Peak Expiratory Flow

A measure of the fastest speed at which a person can exhale air after a maximal inhalation, often used in diagnosing and monitoring asthma.

Tidal Volume

The volume of air moved into or out of the lungs during a normal breath at rest.