According to the Authors of Your Text, What Is the Primary

question 211

Multiple Choice

According to the authors of your text, what is the primary reason that people often rely on a variety of mental shortcuts? We're

• A) too mentally lazy to do the cognitive work involved.
• B) confronted with an overwhelming amount of social information.
• C) inherently flawed in our ability to reason.
• D) motivated to enhance our self-esteem.

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Definitions:

Anthropologists

Scientists who study human behavior, culture, societies, and biological aspects across time and space to understand the diversity and commonalities of humanity.

Western-based Concept

Ideas or theories that originated or are primarily developed in Western cultures, often applied universally despite cultural differences.

Cultural Diversity

Refers to the variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society, embracing their differences in race, language, religion, traditions, and expressions.

Technological Development

The process of research, innovation, and application of technology or techniques to improve products, processes, or services.