Which Substance Is Likely to Be Produced When the Dissolved

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which substance is likely to be produced when the dissolved oxygen in a lake is depleted?

• A)methane
• B)hydrogen
• C)nitrite
• D)bicarbonate

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Definitions:

Confirmation Error

A cognitive bias that involves focusing on information that confirms one’s preconceptions and ignoring information that contradicts them.

Anchoring and Adjustment Bias

A cognitive bias where individuals rely too heavily on the first piece of information received (the "anchor") when making decisions.

Representativeness Bias

A cognitive bias where individuals inaccurately judge the likelihood of an event by comparing it to an existing prototype in their minds.

Ideation Step

The phase in a creative or problem-solving process where ideas are generated.