Which of the Following Factors Would Explain the Seemingly Irrational

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors would explain the seemingly irrational behavior of a father who smokes (high-risk factor for baby) but throws away his baby's teething rings that may contain phthalates (seemingly low-risk factor for baby) ?

• A) People tend to downplay risks that are associated with activities they are committed to or enjoy.
• B) Most people do not understand the concepts of probability.
• C) News media can give a biased view of hazards.
• D) People tend to have an irrational fear of certain technologies that are not as well understood.
• E) All of these factors can lead to the relatively irrational behavior demonstrated by the father.

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