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Representative Bias
Representative bias is a cognitive shortcut where decisions are made by comparing a person or situation to existing stereotypes or prior beliefs. This reliance on perceived similarity often leads to flawed judgments, as other relevant statistical information, like base rates, is frequently ignored.
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Professors' Hobbies as an Example of Representative Bias
Nurse's Diagnosis as an Example of Representative Bias
A hiring manager reads a description of a job applicant: 'Quiet, organized, and enjoys reading.' The manager immediately assumes the applicant is better suited for a librarian position than a sales position. This conclusion is reached despite the manager knowing that there are vastly more salespeople than librarians in the workforce. Which statement best analyzes the cognitive shortcut leading to the manager's assumption?