The Error in Intuitive Thinking in Which a Choice Is

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Multiple Choice

The error in intuitive thinking in which a choice is given greater weight if it seems to relate to what we already know is called the

• A)framing heuristic.
• B)base rate.
• C)representativeness heuristic.
• D)relational heuristic.

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Definitions:

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The sensation or visible sign of trembling, often resulting from anxiety, weakness, or illness.

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