Which heuristic is defined as a shortcut that bases a decision on our existing mental prototype and similar stereotypes?
A) availability
B) confirmation
C) representativeness
D) anchoring and adjustment

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The representativeness heuristic is a mental shortcut that involves making a probability judgment by comparing an object or event to a prototype of the object or event. It often involves stereotyping in the decision-making process.

Which Heuristic Is Defined as a Shortcut That Bases a Decision