When Gamblers Believe That a String of Losses Must Soon

question 97

Multiple Choice

When gamblers believe that a string of losses must soon be followed by wins, they are exhibiting

• A)an attribution error.
• B)selective memory.
• C)magnified gambling skill.
• D)the gambler's fallacy.

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Definitions:

Optical Illusions

Visual phenomena where the perception of reality is distorted, causing the observer to see something different from the actual object or scene.

Vision

The sense that allows the perception of shapes, colors, and depth through the processing of light by the eyes and brain.

Experiences

Events or occurrences which leave an impression on someone.

Children

Young human beings who are not yet adults, often defined as persons under the age of 18 years.