The term "cognitive miser" was coined to refer to ____.
A)the tendency to be reluctant to engage in much extra thinking
B)the tendency to be reluctant to share ideas with other people
C)people's tendency to give themselves the benefit of the doubt in ambiguous situations
D)people's tendency to blame negative experiences on other people (or on other external circumstances)

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The term "cognitive miser" refers to the human tendency to avoid complex or extensive thought processes when simpler, less demanding solutions will suffice. This concept is rooted in the idea that our cognitive resources are limited, so we often take mental shortcuts to conserve energy and effort.

The Term "Cognitive Miser" Was Coined to Refer to ____