Which of the Following Can Serve as a Cognitive Explanation

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can serve as a cognitive explanation for misconceptions of chance?

• A)People expect probabilities to even out.
• B)People remember unusual sequences better than ones that appear more random.
• C)People judge probabilities of future events as contingent on past events.
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Reticular Formation

A network of neurons located in the brainstem that plays a key role in controlling arousal, wakefulness, and focusing attention.

Sleep

A state of rest characterized by altered consciousness, reduced activity, and a decreased response to external stimuli.

Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, often associated with increased heart rate, alertness, and energy.

Medulla

A portion of the brainstem involved in autonomic functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.