For Many People, a 50-50 Flip of a Coin for $100

question 66

Multiple Choice

For many people, a 50-50 flip of a coin for $100 might not be worth as much as a sure promise of $50, even though the gamble is mathematically worth twice as much as the sure thing. This is an example of ________.

• A) selective perception
• B) self-serving bias
• C) risk aversion
• D) availability bias
• E) confirmation bias

Understand the factors influencing empathy and prosocial behavior.

Grasp the effects of group membership and social biases on helping behavior.

Identify different theories explaining why people help or do not help others.

Recognize the role of mood, mortality salience, and gratitude in motivating prosocial actions.

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