Fallacy of Composition
A logical fallacy that occurs when one assumes that what is true for a part is also true for the whole.
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Decision Theory
The study of how individuals make choices among alternatives and the principles that guide these choices.
Risk Compensation
The theory that people adjust their behavior in response to the perceived level of risk, often taking more risks when they feel more protected.
Occam’s Razor
A principle that suggests the simplest explanation is often the correct one, favoring solutions that make the fewest assumptions.
Conjunction Fallacy
A logical fallacy where people assume that specific conditions are more probable than a single general one.
Take the Best Heuristic
A decision-making rule where individuals choose the option with the highest perceived value based on the first good reason that comes to mind, ignoring other information.
Semmelweis Reflex
A cognitive bias where new evidence or knowledge is automatically rejected because it contradicts established norms or beliefs.
Satisficing
A decision-making strategy that involves choosing an option that meets the minimum requirements rather than seeking the optimal solution, balancing effort and outcome.
Continued Influence Effect
The persistence of misinformation in memory and influence on reasoning, even after it has been corrected.