Applying prior strategies with syllogisms to new situations in which they may not work would be a type of heuristic which is called
A)opportunity costs.
B)illusory correlation.
C)overextension errors.
D)discounting error.

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Overextension error is the heuristic in which prior strategies or mental models are applied to new situations where they may not be relevant or appropriate. This can lead to errors in judgment or decision-making. The other options - opportunity costs, illusory correlation, and discounting error - are different heuristics with different definitions and applications.

Applying Prior Strategies with Syllogisms to New Situations in Which