The Indelible Memories of the 9/11 Terrorist Tragedy Unduly Inflated

question 186

Multiple Choice

The indelible memories of the 9/11 terrorist tragedy unduly inflated many people's estimates of the risks associated with air travel.This best illustrates the importance of

• A) fixation.
• B) the availability heuristic.
• C) confirmation bias.
• D) framing.

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Definitions:

Internal Attributions

The tendency to explain one's behavior or the behavior of others based on internal, personal characteristics rather than external situations.

Behavior

The actions, reactions, or conduct of an individual, often studied in psychology to understand individuals and groups.

Personal Characteristics

Attributes or traits that define an individual's unique personal identity, including behavioral patterns, emotional responses, and cognitive processes.

Impression Management

The process through which individuals attempt to control the impressions others form of them.