The _____ involves making a probability judgment by comparing an object or event to a prototype of the object or event.

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The representative heuristic involves making a probability judgment based on how well an object or event matches a prototype of that object or event. This can lead to errors in judgment, as people may rely too heavily on the prototype and overlook other relevant information. Choice A (conjunction fallacy) refers to the tendency to overestimate the likelihood of multiple events occurring together, while choice B (familiar resemblance theory) and choice C (availability heuristic) do not directly relate to probability judgments based on prototypes.

The _____ Involves Making a Probability Judgment by Comparing an Object