Airline reservations typically decline after a highly publicized airplane crash because people overestimate the incidence of such disasters. In such instances,their decisions are being influenced by

A) belief perseverance.
B) the availability heuristic.
C) the representativeness heuristic.
D) fixation.

Availability Heuristic

A brainy shortcut that leverages the on-the-spot examples present in someone's memory when they are deliberating over a distinct topic, concept, plan, or decision.

Airline Reservations

The process of booking a seat on an airplane for travel, which can be done via airlines, travel agencies, or online platforms.

Airplane Crash

An event where an aircraft sustains significant damage or destruction leading to loss of life or serious injury.