Distinguish Between the Frequency Rate and Severity Rate as Related

question 55

Essay

Distinguish between the frequency rate and severity rate as related to OSHA.

Differentiate among cognitive schemas, concepts, prototypes, and exemplars, and how they facilitate information processing.

Recognize the impact of stereotypes on perception and decision-making.

Apply the understanding of problem solving, decision making, and reasoning in everyday contexts.

Appreciate the importance of changing practices to reduce bias in decision-making, such as in the context of auditions.

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Definitions:

Familiarity Effect

A psychological phenomenon whereby people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Cognitive Dissonance

The state of having inconsistent thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes, especially as relating to behavioral decisions and attitude change.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon where the cohesion of the group becomes more important than considering facts realistically, leading to poor decisions.

Suppress Disagreement

The act of deliberately preventing or reducing the expression of differing opinions or conflicts.