Social Science

Cognitive Biases and Decision Making

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Explore a curated set of questions on cognitive biases, decision making, and behavioral economics. These concepts evaluate how social norms, emotions, and heuristics influence human judgment and group behavior. Master these topics to build a strong foundation for psychology and social science exams.

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Cognitive Biases and Decision Making Questions

Multiple choice

Why do we have the illusion of control?

  1. Because we are overconfident in our abilities.

  2. Because we are ignorant of the true causes of events.

  3. Because we are trying to make sense of a chaotic world.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

There are many reasons why we have the illusion of control. Some of these reasons include being overconfident in our abilities, being ignorant of the true causes of events, and trying to make sense of a chaotic world.

Multiple choice

How can we overcome the illusion of control?

  1. By becoming more aware of our biases.

  2. By learning about the true causes of events.

  3. By accepting that we cannot control everything.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

There are a number of things we can do to overcome the illusion of control. These include becoming more aware of our biases, learning about the true causes of events, and accepting that we cannot control everything.

Multiple choice

How does the illusion of control affect our decision-making?

  1. It can lead us to make more impulsive decisions.

  2. It can lead us to make more rational decisions.

  3. It can lead us to make more ethical decisions.

  4. None of the above.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The illusion of control can lead us to make more impulsive decisions because it can make us feel like we have more control over the outcome of our actions. This can lead us to take risks that we would not otherwise take.

Multiple choice

What are some examples of how the illusion of control can be used to improve decision-making?

  1. By helping us to identify the risks and benefits of different options.

  2. By helping us to set realistic goals.

  3. By helping us to develop strategies for coping with uncertainty.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The illusion of control can be used to improve decision-making by helping us to identify the risks and benefits of different options, by helping us to set realistic goals, and by helping us to develop strategies for coping with uncertainty.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the situation where an opinion poll's results are influenced by the way the questions are asked?

  1. Sampling error

  2. Leading question

  3. Non-response bias

  4. Response bias
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A leading question is one that is phrased in a way that suggests a particular answer or influences the respondent's response.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the situation where an opinion poll's results are influenced by the characteristics of the respondents who choose to participate?

  1. Sampling error

  2. Response bias

  3. Non-response bias

  4. Leading question
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Non-response bias occurs when certain groups of people are less likely to participate in an opinion poll, leading to a skewed representation of the population's views.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the situation where an opinion poll's results are influenced by the way the data is collected?

  1. Sampling error

  2. Response bias

  3. Non-response bias

  4. Collection bias
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Collection bias occurs when the method of data collection introduces errors or biases into the results.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the situation where an opinion poll's results are influenced by the wording of the questions?

  1. Sampling error

  2. Response bias

  3. Non-response bias

  4. Wording bias
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Wording bias occurs when the way a question is phrased influences the respondent's answer.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the situation where an opinion poll's results are influenced by the order in which the questions are asked?

  1. Sampling error

  2. Response bias

  3. Non-response bias

  4. Order bias
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Order bias occurs when the order in which questions are asked affects the respondent's answers.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the tendency to make the same mistake repeatedly in chess?

  1. Chess blindness

  2. Blunder

  3. Repetition compulsion

  4. Cognitive bias
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Repetition compulsion refers to the tendency to repeat a mistake or pattern of behavior, even when it has negative consequences.

Multiple choice

Which psychological factor can lead to players becoming overly cautious and missing opportunities in chess?

  1. Fear of losing

  2. Perfectionism

  3. Risk aversion

  4. Lack of confidence
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Fear of losing can lead players to become overly cautious and avoid taking risks, which can result in missed opportunities.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the tendency to make mistakes or play poorly due to psychological factors rather than technical errors?

  1. Mental block

  2. Tilt

  3. Choking

  4. Psychological collapse
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Tilt refers to a state of mental and emotional distress that can lead to poor decision-making and a decline in performance.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the tendency to make the same mistake repeatedly in chess, despite knowing it is a mistake?

  1. Perseveration

  2. Stubbornness

  3. Cognitive bias

  4. Mental block
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Perseveration refers to the tendency to persist in a particular pattern of behavior or thought, even when it is no longer effective or appropriate.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the tendency to believe that one's own lies are true?

  1. Self-deception

  2. Rationalization

  3. Confirmation bias

  4. Cognitive dissonance
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Self-deception is the act of intentionally misleading oneself about one's own beliefs, desires, or actions.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the tendency to believe that others are more likely to lie to us than they actually are?

  1. Lying bias

  2. Deception bias

  3. Truth bias

  4. Honesty bias
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Deception bias is the tendency to overestimate the frequency of deception by others, leading to a distorted perception of the prevalence of lying.