Which type of bias describes a faulty way of thinking in which you unintentionally stereotype someone or something and is a common barrier to problem solving and decision making?

a. Hindsight bias
b. Confirmation bias
c. Representative bias
d. Anchoring bias


c. Representative bias

Representative bias describes a faulty way of thinking in which you unintentionally stereotype someone or something and is a common barrier to problem solving and decision making.

Psychology

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A. debriefing B. a placebo C. testimonials D. experimentation

Psychology

What should a researcher do if, after data collection has begun, some participants experience more discomfort in the research situation than was expected?

a. stop the research c. conduct a pilot study b. file a complaint with the IRB d. all of these

Psychology

Addictive drugs, such as heroin, that dull the senses and induce feelings of euphoria, well-being, and relaxation are ______

a. barbiturates c. anti-psychotic drugs b. opiates d. hallucinogens

Psychology

Even though some adolescent suicide is underreported, suicide is the _____ most common cause of adolescent death in the 15- to 24-year-old group

a) second b) fourth c) fifth d) third

Psychology