Which Autoimmune Disease Is Correctly Matched with the Tissue It

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which autoimmune disease is correctly matched with the tissue it affects?

• A) lupus - blood
• B) rheumatoid arthritis - lymphatics
• C) multiple sclerosis - joints
• D) lupus - nerves
• E) multiple sclerosis - pancreas

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Definitions:

Anchoring Bias

A cognitive bias where an individual depends too heavily on an initial piece of information (the "anchor") when making decisions.

Escalating Commitment

A behavioral pattern where an individual or organization continues to follow a failing course of action due to emotional attachment or the desire to justify prior investments.

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making by reducing complex problem-solving to simpler judgment processes.

Cost-benefit Impact

An assessment that compares the costs involved in an action to the benefits derived from it, used to determine its overall value and feasibility.