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Base Rate Neglect
Base rate neglect occurs when someone focuses heavily on the specific details of a situation while giving insufficient weight to how frequently similar events occur historically.
Why it matters to you
A compelling story can make an unlikely event feel much more probable than it actually is. Starting with an appropriate base rate can help anchor forecasts before incorporating the unique information surrounding the current event.
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