When We Use the Availability Heuristic, We Estimate the Likelihood

question 202

True/False

When we use the availability heuristic, we estimate the likelihood of an event on the basis of how readily available other instances of the event are in our memory.

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Definitions:

Overstaffing

The condition where there are more employees than necessary to perform a job efficiently, often leading to reduced productivity and increased costs.

Ambient Noise

Background sound that is constantly present in a particular environment, not focused on, but can impact the perception and behavior of individuals in that environment.

Group Performance

The level of achievement or efficiency of a group in completing tasks or achieving goals.

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