You Know That People Are Often More Generous When Donating

question 34

Multiple Choice

You know that people are often more generous when donating to a cause after seeing a moving photograph than hearing impersonal statistics. In this case, research on the _____ confirms that a picture is worth a thousand words.

• A) representativeness heuristic
• B) availability heuristic
• C) better-than-average effect
• D) hindsight bias

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A profound mental illness marked by significant alterations in cognition, perception, feelings, speech, self-identity, and actions.

Major Depression

An emotional disorder defined by a consistent feeling of despondency or a waning interest in day-to-day pursuits, drastically impeding daily activities.

Substance Abuse

The detrimental or dangerous consumption of mind-altering substances, such as alcohol and illegal drugs.

Anxiety Disorders

A group of mental health disorders characterized by excessive fear, worry, or anxiety that interferes with daily activities.