Jamie and Lynn were sure that they had answered most of the multiple-choice questions correctly because "the questions required only common sense." However,they each scored less than 60% on the exam. This best illustrates

A) illusory correlation.
B) random assignment.
C) hindsight bias.
D) overconfidence.

Overconfidence

The tendency to hold too strong a belief in one's own abilities, judgments, or predictions, often leading to errors or mistakes.

Common Sense

Practical judgment concerning everyday matters, or a basic ability to perceive, understand, and judge in a manner that is shared by nearly all people.

Multiple-Choice Questions

A form of assessment where respondents choose the correct answer from several options provided.