18. According to the heterodox theory of consumer choice, which of the following is incorrect? a) People are generally dominated/governed by their feelings. b) Habits are effective in personal choices. c) People are always rational in their decisions. d) Our intuitive behaviors can often cause systematic errors. e) Our choices depend on the way choices are framed.
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