Which of the following heuristics has been shown by evolutionary psychologists to be both simple and surprisingly effective?
A) recognition heuristic
B) representativeness heuristic
C) trial and error heuristic
D) availability heuristic

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The recognition heuristic has been shown by evolutionary psychologists to be both simple and surprisingly effective. It operates on the principle that if one of two objects is recognized and the other is not, people are more likely to believe that the recognized object has the higher value or is more important. This heuristic has been shown to be effective in predicting the outcomes of sports matches, political elections, and stock market investments.

Which of the Following Heuristics Has Been Shown by Evolutionary