Homework #1

Heuristics in Social Cognition

 

Homework Activity:

Generate original examples that demonstrate your understanding of heuristics.

 

Grading:

This homework activity will be worth 6 points.

 

Homework Requirements:

For each of the following heuristics, provide an ORIGINAL example (not one from the textbook or lecture) that illustrates how people make decisions. Be sure to explain how use of each of the various heuristics can lead to incorrect inferences.

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Representativeness heuristic

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Conjunction error

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Availability heuristic

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Simulation heuristic

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Anchoring heuristic

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Adjustment heuristic

Type and email your answers to me prior to class.

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