While considerable research suggests that human's exhibit relatively poor reasoning ability what reasons have been given to be critical of this research?
Correct answer: E. All of the above
- A. Rationality is not absolute
- B. Experiments lack ecological validity
- C. Satisficing responses are rational responses
- D. People have limited time and data available
- E. All of the above
Explanation
Criticism of research showing poor reasoning includes limited time and information, rationality being judged too absolutely, satisficing being sensible in real life, and artificial experiments lacking ecological validity. Thus all the listed reasons apply.
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