Which of the Following Instances of What We Call Common

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following instances of what we call common sense may be due to the representativeness heuristic?

• A) Handwriting analysis cannot reveal certain things about your personality.
• B) Eating turtle meat makes you a worse swimmer.
• C) You should avoid potato chips if you suffer from greasy skin and acne.
• D) You should drink milk when you have a cold.

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Definitions:

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by outgoingness, high energy, and positive emotions towards social interactions and activities.

Farsighted Leader

A leader capable of anticipating future trends and preparing accordingly.

Long-Range Implications

The far-reaching effects or consequences of actions or decisions, potentially extending over a lengthy period into the future.

Delaying Action

A strategy or tactic employed to postpone or slow down an activity, decision, or process, often to gain more time for preparation or strategic planning.