Behavioral economists find that people are _____; for example, _____ than 50% of survey respondents report they are above-average drivers.
A) overconfident; fewer
B) underconfident; fewer
C) overconfident; more
D) underconfident; more

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Behavioral economists have discovered that people tend to overestimate their abilities, a phenomenon known as overconfidence. This is illustrated by the fact that more than 50% of survey respondents believe they are above-average drivers, despite it being statistically impossible for the majority to be above average.

Behavioral Economists Find That People Are _____; for Example, _____

Behavioral Economists Find That People Are _; for Example, _