Asked by Lindsay Singer on May 06, 2024

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What possible error in judgment can come about by the misapplication of the Loss and Risk Aversion Heuristic?

Loss and Risk Aversion Heuristic

A cognitive bias where people prefer to avoid losses rather than acquiring equivalent gains, indicating a greater sensitivity to losses over gains.

Error

A mistake or inaccuracy, often due to oversight or misunderstanding, which can affect outcomes or validity.

Judgment

The faculty to formulate thoughtful decisions or derive sound conclusions.

  • Explore the misapplications and potential errors in judgment arising from specific heuristics.
  • Evaluate the consequences of risk and loss aversion in decision making.
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FILIZ COPURMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
Paralysis of decision making, stuck in the deteriorating status quo.