Jamie Believes That If She Steps on a Crack in the Sidewalk,her

question 55

Multiple Choice

Jamie believes that if she steps on a crack in the sidewalk,her mother's back will break.What form of non-scientific thinking is Jamie demonstrating?

• A) overgeneralization
• B) premature closure of inquiry
• C) the exception to the rule
• D) mystification

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Definitions:

Periphery

An area that is on the edge or outskirts of a main region, often referred to in economic, political, or geographical contexts.

Decision Making

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Relevant Information

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Reporting Information

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