The shortcut that helps a person to make typically accurate snap decisions is called a(n)________.

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The recognition heuristic is a shortcut that allows a person to make snap decisions based on whether they recognize one option over the other. This is often a fairly accurate way to make decisions if one option is more recognizable than the other, such as when choosing a brand name product over a generic one. Beliefs and attitudes are more general constructs of a person's thoughts and feelings, while self-monitoring refers to the ability to adjust one's behavior in different situations.

The Shortcut That Helps a Person to Make Typically Accurate