Lec 21 Problem Solving and Heuristics in Psychology

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Representative Heuristic

Judgment based on how similar something is to a prototype.

<p>Judgment based on how similar something is to a prototype.</p>
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Base-rate Fallacy

Ignoring statistical information in favor of anecdotal evidence.

<p>Ignoring statistical information in favor of anecdotal evidence.</p>
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Availability Heuristic

Judging frequency based on how easily examples come to mind.

<p>Judging frequency based on how easily examples come to mind.</p>
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Attitudes Affect Judgments

Personal beliefs influence decision-making processes.

<p>Personal beliefs influence decision-making processes.</p>
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Sunk Cost Fallacy

Continuing an endeavor due to previously invested resources.

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Concorde Project

A costly aviation project illustrating sunk cost fallacy.

<p>A costly aviation project illustrating sunk cost fallacy.</p>
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Problem Solving

Finding solutions to complex issues through various strategies.

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Heuristic

Mental shortcuts that simplify decision-making.

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Long-term Relationship Persistence

Continuing a relationship despite challenges or dissatisfaction.

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Career Continuation

Staying in a job despite potential better opportunities.

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