The Gambler's Fallacy Suggests That What Happened in the Past

question 96

Multiple Choice

The gambler's fallacy suggests that what happened in the past will influence the present.Suffering from the gambler's fallacy is most likely true in which of the following situations?

• A) flipping cards from a single deck
• B) tossing a fair coin
• C) the quality of play of a baseball team
• D) horse racing

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Definitions:

Personality Characteristics

Enduring traits or qualities that describe an individual's typical behaviors and attitudes.

Activation Theory

A theory suggesting that effectiveness in activities and performance can be enhanced through the arousal or activation of the central nervous system.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior, such as extroversion, agreeableness, and conscientiousness.

Interactionist Approach

An approach suggesting that individuals’ attitudes and behavior are a function of both dispositions and the situation.