Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A) Human greed is the most significant cause of pollution.
• B) Pollution is not a result of scarcity.
• C) Pollution implies scarcity.
• D) Pollution really is not a problem of alternative resource uses if it actually causes harm.

Differentiate between the types of psychological disorders and their treatment approaches.

Explain the role of unconscious processes and childhood experiences in the development of psychological disorders.

Understand the biological and cognitive perspectives on psychological disorders.

Recognize the significance of maladaptive behaviors and irrational thoughts in contributing to psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Confirmation Bias

The bias towards finding, interpreting, prioritizing, and reminiscing on details in a manner that affirms and supports one's prior beliefs or assumptions.

Groupthink

this is a psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity in the group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

False Consensus Effect

is a cognitive bias where individuals overestimate how much others agree with their beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors.

Escalation Behavior

The phenomenon where individuals or groups continue to invest in a decision despite evidence of its ineffectiveness or failure.