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Framing effect (psychology)
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- The useful idea
Framing effect is a cognitive bias where people's decisions change depending on how options or statements are framed, even when they are logically identical.
- How it works
Studies show that when both choices are framed positively as gains, the majority of people prefer a certain gain over a probable gain.
- Why it matters
On the other hand, when both choices are framed negatively as losses, people tend to choose an uncertain loss over an inevitable loss.
Why this matters
Use Framing effect (psychology) as a quick check before trusting your first conclusion.
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- How it works
- Why it matters
Framing effect is a cognitive bias where people's decisions change depending on how options or statements are framed, even when they are logically identical.