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1Department of Philosophy, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA aliyardewey@gmail.comhttps://aliyadewey.com.
The Behavioral and Brain Sciences
|July 18, 2023
Summary
This study challenges the strict exclusivity assumption in cognitive science, proposing weaker, more plausible formulations. Developing these is crucial for empirical research comparing intuition and deliberation.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Decision-Making Science
Background:
- The exclusivity assumption posits that judgments are solely driven by either intuition or deliberation.
- This strong formulation presents challenges for empirical research in cognitive science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critique the strong formulation of the exclusivity assumption.
- To advocate for developing weaker, more empirically tractable versions of the exclusivity assumption.
- To facilitate comparative studies on intuition and deliberation.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of the exclusivity assumption in dual-process theories.
- Argumentation against the 'all-or-nothing' view of cognitive judgment selection.
Main Results:
- The strict exclusivity assumption is deemed an excessively strong and potentially inaccurate representation of cognitive processes.
- A need for nuanced formulations is identified to better align with empirical observation.
Conclusions:
- Weaker formulations of the exclusivity assumption are necessary for advancing empirical research.
- Refined theoretical frameworks are essential for accurately comparing intuitive and deliberative judgment processes.
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