Students' Beliefs Based on Their Own Understanding of a Concept

question 8

Multiple Choice

Students' beliefs based on their own understanding of a concept at a particular level of cognitive development is referred to as their:​

• A) ​alternative conception.
• B) ​personal theory.
• C) ​freedom to explore.
• D) ​teacher facilitation.

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Definitions:

Representativeness Heuristic

The reliance on stereotypes, analogies, or limited samples to form opinions about an entire class.

House Money

A term from Behavioral Finance referring to the tendency of individuals to take greater risks when trading with profits from prior trades, viewing it as "play money."

Arbitrage Reaction

The immediate activity performed by arbitrageurs to exploit price differences between markets or securities for profit.

Risks

The probability or threat of damage, injury, liability, loss, or any other negative occurrence that is caused by external or internal vulnerabilities, and that may be avoided through preemptive action.