Raquel Is Interested in Determining Whether Astrological Signs Are Predictive

question 146

Multiple Choice

Raquel is interested in determining whether astrological signs are predictive of personality. To investigate this, she examines her own behaviors, find that they match the predictions in her astrology book, and concludes that everyone's sign does indeed predict how they will behave. Believing that everyone thinks and behaves like her is an error that stems from Raquel's use of the:

• A) "what you see is what there is" phenomenon.
• B) pleasure paradox.
• C) better-than-average effect.
• D) hindsight bias.

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Definitions:

Transumer

A consumer who prioritizes experiences over owning possessions, often engaging in the sharing economy.

Tangible Goods

Physical items that can be seen, touched, and possessed, such as books, clothing, or cars.

Issue Concerns

The degree of importance and attention individuals give to societal, environmental, or ethical issues.

Loss Frames

A communication tactic that presents choices or outcomes in terms of potential losses, influencing decision-making and behavior.