part-whole bias

noun

The empirical finding that a good is perceived to have greater value when assessed individually rather than as part of a larger group, often related to contingent valuation.

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Meanings

nounpart-whole bias (plural part-whole biases)

plural part-whole biases

  1. economicsThe empirical finding that a good is perceived to have greater value when assessed individually rather than as part of a larger group, often related to contingent valuation.
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