The Tendency to Assume That If an Item Is Similar

question 102

Multiple Choice

The tendency to assume that if an item is similar to members of a particular category, it is probably a member of that category itself, is known as the

• A) Stroop effect.
• B) base-rate effect.
• C) representativeness heuristic.
• D) availability heuristic.

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Definitions:

Perceived Inequity

The feeling or assessment by individuals that they are not receiving a fair share of resources, recognition, or benefits compared to others.

Individual's Feelings

Personal emotions or affective states that are unique to an individual, reflecting their personal reactions or sentiments.

Perceived Inequity

The feeling or perception that one's rewards or outcomes are not fair in comparison to others' rewards or outcomes, leading to feelings of injustice.

Quantity

A measurable amount or the total number of units of a product, material, or substance.