A radar operator is trying to determine whether something on the screen is a hawk or a missile. Before deciding, the operator should consider which of the two is more common. In other words, the operator should consider

A) heuristics.
B) base-rate information.
C) the prototype.
D) the cognitive map.

Base-Rate Information

Statistical information about the frequency or prevalence of a phenomenon, event, or characteristic within a given population.

Cognitive Map

A mental representation of one's physical environment and spatial orientation.

Prototype

An original model or preliminary version of a product from which other forms are developed or copied.