Cognitive Biases in Social Judgments and Decision Making
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This exam evaluates cognitive biases impacting social judgments and decision-making. Understanding these biases is essential for navigating social interactions effectively.
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Exam Details
Duration: 40 minutes
Prerequisites: Introduction to Social Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Research Methods in Social Sciences
Key Topics
- Cognitive Biases
- Social Judgments
- Decision Making
- Confirmation Bias
- Self-Serving Bias
Learning Outcomes
- Identify Major Cognitive Biases
- Analyze Effects on Social Judgments
- Discuss Decision-Making Influences
- Provide Real-World Examples
Full Description
This examination focuses on cognitive biases that influence social judgments and decision-making processes. Key aspects include confirmation bias, self-serving bias, and how these biases affect interpersonal evaluations.
The impact of cognitive biases is paramount in understanding errors in judgment that can lead to miscommunication and skewed perceptions, thereby informing frameworks within psychology and related fields.
Students will be evaluated on their capacity to explain various cognitive biases and their effects on social judgments. Verbal articulation of examples from everyday situations will also be a focus.
Referencing contemporary research studies will enhance discussions on cognitive biases and their implications in social environments.
Sample Questions
- What is confirmation bias and how does it manifest in social contexts?
- Describe the impact of self-serving bias on interpersonal relationships?
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