Making Decisions by Drawing Comparisons Between New Situations and Past

question 2

Multiple Choice

Making decisions by drawing comparisons between new situations and past situations is the use of

• A) stereotypes.
• B) analogies.
• C) cognitive consistency.
• D) groupthink.

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Definitions:

Menopause

The end of menstruation and a woman’s reproductive capacity.

Osteoarthritis

The most common type of arthritis; it affects joints that are injured by overuse, most commonly the hips, knees, lower back, and hands, in which the cartilage protecting the ends of the bones where they meet at the joints wears away, and joints become less flexible and swell.

Cartilage

A flexible, connective tissue found in various parts of the body like joints, rib cage, and ear, providing structure and support.

Bone Loss

The decrease in bone density and mass, leading to weakened bones and increasing the risk of fractures.