The mistaken belief that a compound outcome of two characteristics can be more likely than either one of the characteristics by itself is __________
a. the conjunction fallacy
b. the compound bias
c. the law of small numbers error
d. satisficing
Answer: d
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a. ?minimizing within-group conflict by clear signals of lower status b. ?maximizing between-group conflict by clear signals of lower status c. ?maximizing within-group conflict by clear signals of higher status d. ?minimizing between-group conflict by clear signals of higher status
Which of the following statements is true about long-term memory?
A) It is analogous to a biochemical "hard drive." B) Its capacity to store information is limited. C) Long-term memories are always accurate. D) Long-term memories are lost by displacement.
How many children under age 14 are treated in hospital emergency rooms each year for injuries?
A) 5 million B) 8 million C) 20 million D) over 25 million
Between ages 3 and 6,
A) anger and fear increase in frequency and intensity. B) children begin to use language to assist with emotional self-regulation. C) self-conscious emotions are integrated with inner standards of excellence and good behavior. D) self-conscious emotions are clearly linked to self-evaluation.