The Most Significant Behavioral Distinction That Can Be Made Between

question 83

Multiple Choice

The most significant behavioral distinction that can be made between Homo habilis and the australopithecines is the former's:

• A) bipedal locomotion
• B) controlled use of fire
• C) use of the wheel
• D) reliance on stone tools

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Definitions:

Representativeness Heuristic

A cognitive shortcut where the likelihood of an object belonging to a category is judged based on how typical the object appears to be of that category.

Phases of Decision Making

Describes the sequence of steps from identifying a problem or opportunity, through to the final choice and its implementation.

Gambler's Fallacy

The incorrect belief that future probabilities are altered by past events, often found in contexts of betting and decision-making.

Expected Utility

A concept in economics and game theory measuring the anticipated benefit or satisfaction from an action, given uncertainties.