People Judge This Sequence of Coin Tosses-- Heads-Heads-Heads-Heads-Heads -- as Less

question 34

Multiple Choice

People judge this sequence of coin tosses-- heads-heads-heads-heads-heads -- as less likely than this sequence -- heads-tails-heads-heads-tails-tails-heads -- because of _______.

• A)the confidence heuristic
• B)the representativeness heuristic *
• C)the availability heuristic
• D)the expected-utility model

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Definitions:

Unusual Situation

A scenario or circumstance that deviates significantly from what is considered normal or expected.

Videotape

A magnetic tape used for recording visual images and sound for television broadcasting or personal use.

Peripheral Route

A method of persuasion that relies on superficial cues or aspects, such as the attractiveness of the speaker, instead of the quality of the arguments.

Persuasion

The act or process of influencing someone's beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors through argument, pleading, or explanation.