Asked by Shailyn Serrata on May 17, 2024

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Evolutionary psychologists suggest that when people have to make quick decisions they tend to

A) gather information, calculate probabilities, and make statistically optimal decisions.
B) use relatively simple heuristics.
C) use relatively complicated heuristics.
D) make irrational decisions.

Quick Decisions

Rapid choices or judgments made with minimal deliberation, often relying on intuition or instinct.

Simple Heuristics

Quick, efficient rules or mental shortcuts that help in decision-making, allowing for rapid judgments or problem-solving with minimal cognitive effort.

Evolutionary Psychologists

Scientists who study the psychological adaptations of humans to the changing physical and social environment, especially those that are shaped by natural selection.

  • Identify the importance of evolutionary theories in the analysis of human behavior and thought patterns.
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Dhruv PramodMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
When people have to make quick decisions, they tend to rely on heuristics (rules of thumb or mental shortcuts) rather than gathering and analyzing all available information. These heuristics can be relatively simple and can help people make quick decisions that are often accurate enough for survival and everyday situations.