Shapiro and Krishnan's (2001) inclusion task is formalized by the equation ________.
A) Inclusion = C - (1 + A)C
B) Inclusion = C - (1 + C)A
C) Inclusion = C + (1 - C)A
D) Inclusion = C + (1 - A)C

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The correct equation for Shapiro and Krishnan's (2001) inclusion task is formalized as Inclusion = C + (1 - C)A. This equation represents the concept that the degree of inclusion of a category member (A) in a category (C) is determined by the direct membership of A in C, plus the potential for A to be included in C based on the complement of A's membership in C.

Shapiro and Krishnan's (2001) Inclusion Task Is Formalized by the Equation