1.6 - The Gap Between Scientific Truth and Public Perception
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What is objective risk?
💡 Hint: Think of evidence and facts.
Define perceived risk.
💡 Hint: Focus on individual opinions and feelings.
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What is the primary difference between objective risk and perceived risk?
💡 Hint: Consider where the information comes from.
True or False: Perceived risk can sometimes be more influential than objective risk in decision-making.
💡 Hint: Think about emotional decisions.
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Develop a case study where public perception significantly affected disaster readiness in a community. Illustrate how data could have improved the situation.
💡 Hint: Identify a specific disaster and its misperception.
Evaluate the effects of emotional biases on public health policies related to smoking. Propose a solution based on scientific evidence.
💡 Hint: Consider blending narratives with data.
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