Dr.Fortner is discussing cognitive psychology with his introductory psychology class and says that we act as cognitive misers when making judgments about others or making decisions.What does Dr.Fortner mean with this statement?
A)We will use heuristics only as long as they give us the correct answer.
B)We value accuracy in our judgments and decisions.
C)We value simplicity in understanding our social world.
D)We are frequently incorrect in our judgments and decision making.

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When Dr. Fortner says that we act as cognitive misers, he means that we tend to use mental shortcuts or heuristics to minimize the effort and time that would be required to understand a complex social world. We don't necessarily prioritize accuracy in judgments or decisions; instead, we value simplicity and ease of processing. However, this can sometimes lead to errors or biases in our thinking. Choice A is incorrect because heuristics can lead to incorrect answers. Choice B is incorrect because valuing accuracy is not necessarily the same as being a cognitive miser. Choice D is incorrect because the statement doesn't necessarily imply that we are frequently incorrect; rather, we may be biased or prone to errors because of our cognitive limitations.

DrFortner Is Discussing Cognitive Psychology with His Introductory Psychology Class