AP PSYCHOLOGY

COGNITION

THINKING AND LANGUAGE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Although intuition can at times hinder rationality, it is often valuable because it facilitates
A
framing.
B
quick decisions.
C
belief perseverance.
D
factor analysis.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Although intuition can at times hinder rationality, it is often valuable because it facilitates: quick decisions. In order to correctly string words together to form sentences, we need to apply proper rules of: syntax.

Detailed explanation-2: -Algorithm: a methodical, logical rule or procedure that guarantees solving a particular problem. Heuristic: a simple thinking strategy that often allows us to make judgments and solve problems efficiently; usually speedier but also more error-prone than algorithms.

Detailed explanation-3: -Automatic Processing. “Implicit” thinking that is effortless, habitual, and without awareness; roughly corresponds to “intuition".

Detailed explanation-4: -Heuristics are mental shortcuts that allow people to solve problems and make judgments quickly and efficiently. These rule-of-thumb strategies shorten decision-making time and allow people to function without constantly stopping to think about their next course of action.

Detailed explanation-5: -The framing effect is when our decisions are influenced by the way information is presented.

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