In algebra class Stan was a low performer, however, to build his self-esteem he approached the new student in class and informed the student he had the highest score in the class and to contact him if the student needed assistance. What type of systematic error is this?
A. Intellectual hunger
B. Paradoxical reasoning
C. Parataxic thinking
D. Motivational bias
MY ANSWER IS D. AM I CORRECT?
ACCORDING TO THE LINK YOU SENT ME I UNDERSTAND IT IS C. AM I RIGHT?
Yes. C is correct.
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Haha, close but not quite! The correct answer is actually C. Parataxic thinking. Parataxic thinking refers to making associations or connections based on coincidental circumstances, rather than logical reasoning. In this case, Stan is trying to boost his self-esteem by misleading the new student into thinking he's doing well in algebra, even though it's not true. Keep up the good work!
Yes, your answer is correct. The type of systematic error exhibited by Stan in this situation is Motivational bias. Motivational bias refers to a bias in reasoning or perception that occurs as a result of personal motivation or self-interest. In this case, Stan, who was a low performer in algebra, approached the new student in an attempt to boost his self-esteem by portraying himself as the highest scorer in the class.
