The Fallacy of Composition Is the Incorrect View That

question 197

Multiple Choice

The fallacy of composition is the incorrect view that

• A) everything else is always held constant when a change occurs.
• B) a small change in an economic variable will have unrecognizable but significant consequences on the economy.
• C) when two events are associated, the one observed first must have caused the second.
• D) if something is true for an individual, then it must also be true for the group.

Recognize the influence of peers, media, and cultural norms on sexual attitudes and behaviors.

Identify the predictors and outcomes of sexual activity among youths and adults.

Comprehend the diversity of human sexual experiences across cultures and sexual orientations.

Understand the practices and consequences related to sexual health, including contraception usage and STI prevention.

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Definitions:

Inattentional Blindness

A psychological phenomenon where an individual fails to perceive an unexpected stimulus in plain sight due to the focus of attention elsewhere.

Visible Objects

Items or entities that can be seen by the human eye under normal light conditions.

Selective Attention

The process by which a person focuses on one particular object or task, ignoring other stimuli or information.

Physical Appearance

The outward look or visual aspects of a person or object, including features, shape, and color, which can impact social perceptions.