According to _____, when people evaluate whether a particular object reflects a certain concept, they compare the most typical item(s) in that category and look for a "family resemblance" with that item's properties.
A)the prototype model
B)the availability heuristic model
C)Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence
D)Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences

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The prototype model proposes that people compare objects to the most typical item(s) in that category, known as prototypes, and look for a "family resemblance" with that item's properties. This helps them determine whether a particular object reflects a certain concept. The availability heuristic model, Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, and Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences are not applicable to this concept.

According to _____, When People Evaluate Whether a Particular Object