Which of the Following Describes the Tendency for People to Be

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the tendency for people to be too optimistic about their abilities?

• A)overconfidence bias
• B)availability bias
• C)escalation of commitment
• D)heuristical fallacy
• E)bounded discretion

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Definitions:

Personal Beliefs

Individual convictions or acceptances that something is true or exists, often based on personal faith, culture, or experience rather than empirical evidence.

Domestic Violence

A pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain control over another intimate partner.

Clinical Research

The branch of healthcare science that determines the safety and effectiveness of medications, devices, diagnostic products, and treatment regimens intended for human use.

Field Research

A method of collecting data through direct observation or interaction with subjects in their natural environments.