In Making Decisions, the Intuitive Error Called Representativeness Means That

question 171

Multiple Choice

In making decisions, the intuitive error called representativeness means that

• A)the underlying odds of an event occurring are emphasized.
• B)incorrect syllogisms are used.
• C)the problem was incorrectly framed.
• D)what is known about a problem is given greater weight than logic.

Analyze the role of mental representation in problem-solving and decision-making.

Understand the impact of representativeness and availability heuristics on judgment and decision-making.

Appreciate the necessity of overcoming functional fixedness to enhance problem-solving abilities.

Understand the concept and key aspects of intelligence, including its adaptive nature.

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