The Tendency for People to Base Their Judgments on Information

question 34

Multiple Choice

The tendency for people to base their judgments on information that is readily available but may not be accurate is called

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

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Definitions:

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A heightened likelihood of experiencing a negative event or condition, often based on genetic, environmental, or lifestyle factors.

Aggression

Behaviors or actions intended to harm or inflict damage on others, either physically or psychologically.

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where responses are rewarded after a variable amount of time has passed, used in the study of behavior.

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