Conjunction Fallacy
/kəˈnæk.tʃu.ən ˈfæl.ə.si/
Definitions
- (n.) A logical error in probability judgment where one assumes the conjunction of two events is more probable than a single event.
The conjunction fallacy can mislead jurors when evaluating evidence combinations.
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- conjunction fallacies
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Commentary
The conjunction fallacy highlights risks of faulty probabilistic reasoning in legal contexts, especially during fact-finding and jury deliberations.
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