Cognitive Biases

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Zoe believes she is less likely to get into an accident than other drivers, despite knowing accidents can happen to anyone. This is an example of:

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The tendency to believe that we are less likely to experience negative events than others.

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Mason feels more positive about a product when told it has a 90% success rate rather than a 10% failure rate. This is an example of:

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The way choices are influenced by how they are presented

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What is the belief called when someone thinks modern society is experiencing a steady decline in values and quality of life?

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the belief that a society or institution is in decline

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Example: After winning a tennis match, Michael says it was because of his hard work and skill. But when he loses, he blames the weather and bad luck. This is an example of:

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The tendency to attribute successes to oneself and failures to external factors.

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What is the opposition called that is offered by a circuit element to the flow of alternating current?

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the opposition offered by a circuit element to the flow of alternating current

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Hannah is deciding whether to bring an umbrella. She remembers that it rained heavily last week, so she thinks it will probably rain today too. This is an example of:

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A mental shortcut that relies on immediate examples that come to mind when evaluating a topic or decision.

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During a team meeting at work, Scarlett and her colleagues all agree with the manager's idea without voicing any concerns, even though some of them have doubts. This is an example of:

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A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a group leads to poor decision-making.

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Kai sees someone collapse on a busy street, but since there are many people around, he assumes someone else will help and does nothing. This situation is an example of:

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A phenomenon where individuals are less likely to help a victim when other people are present.

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What is it called when someone believes vague, general statements about themselves as being accurate?

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The tendency to believe vague, general statements about oneself as being accurate

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Priya strongly believes that a certain diet is the healthiest. When she is shown scientific studies that contradict her belief, she becomes even more convinced that her original diet is the best. This is an example of:

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A phenomenon where people strengthen their beliefs when presented with contradictory evidence.