General rules people unconsciously follow in estimating probabilities are known as
A)subjective claims.
B)objective claims.
C)biases.
D)heuristics.

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Heuristics are mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that people unconsciously follow in estimating probabilities. They simplify the complex process of making judgments under uncertainty but can sometimes lead to biases or errors in judgment.

General Rules People Unconsciously Follow in Estimating Probabilities Are Known