What Is an Example of the Sunk Cost Fallacy

question 92

Multiple Choice

What is an example of the sunk cost fallacy?

• A) walking out of a movie theater when the movie is only half over because the movie is poor quality
• B) stopping painting a bedroom because the color is too bright
• C) reading a book to the end even though the reader was bored by chapter 3
• D) sleeping in on the weekend to catch up on sleep

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Definitions:

Autonomic

Relating to the part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions of the muscles and internal organs.

Abstract Thought

The ability of the human mind to consider concepts, ideas, and scenarios that are not immediately physically present or tangible.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary activities, intelligence, learning, and memory.

Medulla Oblongata

The lowest part of the brainstem, controlling vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.