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The Zero-Sum Bias: When people think that everything is a competition
The zero-sum bias occurs when people mistakenly expect gains and losses to be directly balanced in a situation where they’re not, especially in terms of one party benefiting directly at the expense of others. For example, the zero-sum bias can cause someone to think that a resource they’re interested in is limited…
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Life, Learning & WritingSociety, Policy & Culture2019
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2019 | The Zero-Sum Bias: When people think that everything is a competition by EndXA | 137 | 147 |
