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garik1379 [7]
3 years ago
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Risks in life are often misaligned with our perceptions of these risks. Describe why we fear flying in a plane, nuclear power pl

ants, being struck by lightning, or exposure to BPA in plastics MORE than we fear the risks of overeating and lack of exercise.
Biology
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asambeis [7]3 years ago
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Answer:

We fear flying in a plane, nuclear power plants or being struck by lightning more because our risk perception isn't rational. We assess risks using a mixture of cognitive skills (weighing the evidence, using reasoning and logic to reach conclusions) and emotional appraisals. In this case, we believe that overheating or lack of exercise is something we can control. We believe we can feel the process taking place and we can react in time. We fear all the situations that we cannot control.

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