Nigel is out on a blind date. He decides after only five minutes with this new woman that he likes her. Is this snap decision a wise one?
A)Yes; our mental shortcuts are accurate more often than chance, even when judging people.
B)Yes; many people report falling in love immediately or the idea of love at first sight.
C)No; although mental shortcuts are beneficial, snap decisions concerning people are often inaccurate.
D)No; typically when employing mental shortcuts, one needs to gather as much information as possible about the situation.

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Our mental shortcuts, or heuristics, can often lead to accurate judgments about people, as they are based on accumulated experiences and instincts.

Nigel Is Out on a Blind Date