The _____ Occurs When People Assess Likelihood of Something Happening

question 20

Multiple Choice

The _____ occurs when people assess likelihood of something happening based on its similarity to a stereotyped set of occurrences.

• A) availability bias
• B) lack-of-participation error
• C) representativeness bias
• D) confirmation error
• E) adjustment bias

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Definitions:

Expecting To Suffer

The anticipation of experiencing pain, hardship, or distress.

Reward System

Mechanisms or strategies used to reinforce desirable behaviors by offering positive incentives or outcomes.

Low Self-esteem

A persistent feeling of inadequacy or lack of self-worth, reflecting a negative evaluation of oneself.

Kavadi

A physical burden used as a devotional sacrifice by followers of Hinduism during the festival of Thaipusam.