Finnegan Is in the Local Pub Claiming That There Is

question 236

Multiple Choice

Finnegan is in the local pub claiming that there is a magic owl that lives outside of his house.He says that every evening after the owl hoots,the sun goes down.What obstacle to problem solving is Finnegan showing?

• A) representativeness heuristic
• B) availability heuristic
• C) confirmation bias
• D) functional fixedness

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Definitions:

Gluttony

is considered one of the seven deadly sins, characterized by excessive eating or greed over food.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of many bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, temperature, and the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.

Overeating

The consumption of more calories than the body needs for energy, often leading to weight gain and other health issues.

Undereating

Consuming fewer calories than the body needs to maintain a healthy functioning, which can lead to nutritional deficiencies and health issues.