Set 4: Command of Evidence (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PASSAGE

The spotlight effect: people overestimate how much others notice them. Subjects predicted 50% would notice their shirt; only 25% did.

What does the experiment show?

A. People accurately judge attention.

B. People think they are noticed more than they are.

C. People underestimate attention.

D. Clothing has no impact.✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Predicted 50%, actual 25% = overestimation.

Why others are wrong:

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