Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Rational Expressions01:28

Rational Expressions

180
Rational expressions are algebraic fractions in which both the numerator and the denominator are polynomials. These expressions follow the arithmetic rules of numerical fractions but require extra care due to the presence of variables. A fundamental part of working with rational expressions is identifying values that make the expression undefined, typically those that result in division by zero or undefined radicals.Determining the DomainThe domain of a rational expression includes all real...
180
Reason and Intuition01:37

Reason and Intuition

7.3K
The human brain processes information for decision-making using one of two routes: an intuitive system and a rational system (Epstein, 1994; popularized by Kahneman, 2011 as System 1 and System 2, respectively). The intuitive system is quick, impulsive, and operates with minimal effort, relying on emotions or habits to provide cues for what to do next, while the rational system is logical, analytical, deliberate, and methodical. Research in neuropsychology suggests that the...
7.3K
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy01:24

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy

281
Cognitive-behavioral therapies (CBTs) are grounded in the belief that our thoughts profoundly influence our emotions and actions. Advocates of CBT emphasize three core assumptions: first, that cognitions are identifiable and measurable; second, that they are central to psychological functioning; and third, that irrational or maladaptive beliefs can be replaced with rational and adaptive ones. This transformative approach to therapy has paved the way for specific models such as Albert...
281
Partial Fractions01:28

Partial Fractions

131
A partial fraction is a component of a rational expression represented as the sum of simpler fractions. When a rational function is expressed as a ratio of two polynomials, it can often be decomposed into a sum of fractions whose denominators are simpler polynomials, typically linear or irreducible quadratic factors. This process is called partial fraction decomposition, and it is used to simplify complex expressions for integration, solving equations, or analysis.Partial fraction decomposition...
131
Reasoning01:30

Reasoning

343
Reasoning is the action of thinking about something in a logical, sensible way. It is integral to problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking. Reasoning can be inductive or deductive. Reasoning involves transforming information into conclusions, which is essential for problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking.
Inductive reasoning involves deriving generalizations from specific observations. This type of reasoning helps form beliefs about the world. For example,...
343
Response Surface Methodology01:16

Response Surface Methodology

525
Response Surface Methodology (RSM) is a collection of statistical and mathematical techniques used to develop, improve, and optimize processes. It is particularly valuable when many input variables or factors potentially influence a response variable.
The process of RSM involves several key steps:
525

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Delegation to legitimate authority as a resource rational mechanism.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same author

Expectations of Reciprocal Generosity Are Specific to Equal Relationships.

Open mind : discoveries in cognitive science·2026
Same author

Computational models of social cognition should incorporate social relationships as core primitives.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same author

Precision fMRI reveals that the language network exhibits adult-like left-hemispheric lateralization by 4 years of age.

Nature communications·2026
Same author

The emergence of the language system in the toddler brain.

bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology·2026
Same author

Explaining the paradoxical effects of poverty on risk taking: The Desperation Threshold Model.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same journal

The cognitive foundations of children's culture.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same journal

Let the kids play: Children's folklore, Newell's paradox, and the triviality barrier.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same journal

Variable cultural acquisition costs may explain contextual variation in peer cultures.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same journal

What's special about peer cultures? The opportunity for disagreement.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same journal

The adaptive role of peer culture is shaped by risk landscapes.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
Same journal

Hidden cultures: How parental control shapes children's cultural adaptation in East Asian societies.

The Behavioral and brain sciences·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Dec 24, 2025

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients
05:48

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients

Published on: June 12, 2020

6.2K

Rationalization: Why, when, and what for?

Rebecca Saxe1, Daniel Nettle2

  • 1Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, CambridgeMA02139. saxe@mit.edusaxelab.mit.edu.

The Behavioral and Brain Sciences
|April 16, 2020
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This commentary explores the conditions that promote or hinder rationalization and how to measure its advantages. Understanding when rationalization is most effective can improve decision-making processes.

More Related Videos

Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction
16:23

Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction

Published on: February 26, 2014

14.8K
Optimization of the Epimedii Folium Mutton-Oil Processing Technology and Testing Its Effect on Zebrafish Embryonic Development
06:00

Optimization of the Epimedii Folium Mutton-Oil Processing Technology and Testing Its Effect on Zebrafish Embryonic Development

Published on: March 17, 2023

754

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Dec 24, 2025

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients
05:48

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients

Published on: June 12, 2020

6.2K
Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction
16:23

Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction

Published on: February 26, 2014

14.8K
Optimization of the Epimedii Folium Mutton-Oil Processing Technology and Testing Its Effect on Zebrafish Embryonic Development
06:00

Optimization of the Epimedii Folium Mutton-Oil Processing Technology and Testing Its Effect on Zebrafish Embryonic Development

Published on: March 17, 2023

754

Area of Science:

  • Decision Science
  • Cognitive Psychology

Background:

  • Rationalization is a cognitive process influencing judgment and decision-making.
  • Understanding the triggers and outcomes of rationalization is crucial for behavioral economics and psychology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the conditions under which rationalization is most likely to occur.
  • To determine when rationalization is less likely to manifest.
  • To explore methods for measuring the benefits derived from rationalization.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a theoretical commentary.
  • It synthesizes existing literature on cognitive biases and decision-making.
  • It proposes a framework for analyzing rationalization.

Main Results:

  • Rationalization is more probable when decisions have ambiguous outcomes or require justification.
  • Factors such as cognitive load and emotional state can inhibit rationalization.
  • Benefits may include enhanced self-esteem but potential costs involve biased future choices.

Conclusions:

  • Identifying the situational and individual factors influencing rationalization is key.
  • Developing metrics to quantify the positive and negative impacts of rationalization is necessary.
  • Further empirical research is needed to validate the proposed framework.