Which Statistical Phenomenon Refers to the Tendency for Extraordinary or Unusual

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which statistical phenomenon refers to the tendency for extraordinary or unusual events to be followed by more ordinary events?

• A) the standard deviation
• B) the normal curve
• C) regression toward the mean
• D) illusory correlation

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Definitions:

Mass Madness

A phenomenon where a group of people exhibit similar hysterical symptoms or behaviors, often attributed to collective psychological stress or delusions.

Lycanthropy

A condition in which persons believe themselves to be possessed by wolves or other animals.

Melancholia

A severe form of depression characterized by a profound feeling of sadness or despair and a lack of interest in life, often accompanied by physical symptoms.

Mental Disorders

Health conditions characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with distress and impaired functioning.