The anchoring and adjustment heuristic leads people to rely on __________ to help them make decisions.
A)the most reliable information they receive
B)their initial views, adjusted somewhat if necessary
C)information that remains stable and unchanging
D)friends who have reached decisions

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The anchoring and adjustment heuristic involves relying on a starting point or initial value (the anchor) and then adjusting that value based on additional information. This means that people are more likely to rely on their initial views or beliefs (the anchor) and adjust them slightly if needed, rather than seeking out the most reliable information or relying on unchanging information or the opinions of others.

The Anchoring and Adjustment Heuristic Leads People to Rely on __________