People Often Estimate How a Particular Decision Will Affect Them

question 46

Multiple Choice

People often estimate how a particular decision will affect them in the future. Which of the following is MOST likely to be true regarding people's ability to predict their own values?

• A) People tend to underestimate how much they'll regret a decision later on.
• B) People tend to overestimate their ability to adapt to new situations.
• C) People tend to underestimate their ability to adapt to new situations.
• D) People are often sure that their decisions are correct and so tend not to take steps to preserve their flexibility or options in the future.

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