Because Heuristics Appear to Be Hardwired into the Brain, the Consequences

question 244

Multiple Choice

Because heuristics appear to be hardwired into the brain, the consequences include the following, except that

• A)it is sometimes difficult for people to correct detrimental behaviors or routines.
• B)people may be vulnerable to others who understand their hardwired tendencies.
• C)heuristics make people consistently behave in a rational manner.
• D)people may make behavioral changes if they're exposed to a situation where a heuristic kicks in and starts driving their decision.

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Definitions:

Transitivity

In mathematics, a property indicating that if a relation holds between a and b, and b and c, then it also holds between a and c. In linguistics, it refers to a property of verbs that require both a subject and one or more objects.

Principle

A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior or for a chain of reasoning.

Arbitrary

Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

Phonological Processing

The ability to use and manipulate sounds in one's language, crucial for reading, writing, and spelling skills.