When We Can Readily Remember Past Instances of an Event,we

question 48

Multiple Choice

When we can readily remember past instances of an event,we tend to overestimate the likelihood that an event will occur again.What term refers to this phenomenon?

• A) framing
• B) anchoring and adjustment
• C) availability bias
• D) representativeness

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Definitions:

Stereotype

A fixed, over generalized belief about a particular group or class of people.

Mental Patients

Individuals receiving treatment for mental health issues, typically diagnosed with one or more psychiatric conditions.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced when holding conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes, often leading to changes in beliefs or behaviors to reduce the dissonance.

ELM

The Elaboration Likelihood Model, a theory in social psychology explaining how people are persuaded, emphasizing the importance of the message's elaboration.