By ignoring base rate information,the representative heuristic suggests that we prefer
A)inferential information over statistical information.
B)descriptive information over inferential information.
C)descriptive information over statistical information.
D)statistical information over descriptive information.

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The representative heuristic refers to the tendency to make judgments or assumptions based on how well an individual fits a certain prototype or stereotype. By ignoring base rate information, individuals may focus solely on the descriptive information about a person or situation and fail to consider the statistical information or probabilities. Choice C, which states that the representative heuristic suggests a preference for descriptive information over statistical information, is the best option.

By Ignoring Base Rate Information,the Representative Heuristic Suggests That We