Decision-making, belief and behavorial Cognitive Biases Flashcards

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Ambiguity Effect

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The tendency to avoid options for which the probability of a favorable outcome is unknown.

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Anchoring or Focalism

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The tendency to rely too heavily, or “anchor”, on one trait or piece of information when making decisions (usually the first piece of information acquired on that subject).

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