The ________ Describes How Decision Makers Fixate on Initial Information

question 14

Multiple Choice

The ________ describes how decision makers fixate on initial information as a starting point and then, once set, fail to adequately adjust for subsequent information.

• A) anchoring effect
• B) selective perception effect
• C) confirmation bias
• D) framing bias

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Definitions:

Cardiovascular Technologist

A healthcare professional specialized in using diagnostic imaging technology to help physicians diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel diseases.

Pathologist's Assistant

A healthcare worker who assists pathologists by preparing and examining bodies or tissue samples for the diagnosis of disease.

Physical Therapist

A healthcare professional specialized in the treatment of patients to improve mobility and alleviate pain.

Ultrasound

A diagnostic imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within the body.