The Term "Illusory Covariation" Refers to an Error in Which

question 28

Multiple Choice

The term "illusory covariation" refers to an error in which

• A) participants perceive an event as occurring far more often than it actually does.
• B) participants perceive two variables as being somehow linked to each other when in fact they are not.
• C) participants draw a conclusion on the basis of a biased or small sample of evidence.
• D) participants refuse to change their minds even though the available evidence clearly challenges their belief.

---

Definitions:

Extensor Digitorum Longus

A muscle in the leg that helps to extend the toes and dorsiflex the foot, playing a key role in walking.

Lateral Toes

The toes located on the outer sides of the feet, important for balance and supporting walking gait.

Tibialis Anterior

A muscle in the lower leg that dorsiflexes and inverts the foot, playing a key role in walking and balance.

Linea Alba

A fibrous structure that runs down the midline of the abdomen, forming an important anatomical landmark and serving as the attachment for certain abdominal muscles.