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Chronometry and meta-reasoning in a modified Cognitive Reflection Test

The Cognitive Reflection Test (CRT) has become a common measurement of analytical thinking. The original version contains three problems designed to induce heuristic (biased) thinking which commonly leads to the wrong response. The aim of this study was to introduce an additional three items and modify the CRT by including chronometric and metacognitive measures. Participants were presented with a problem and four alternatives which included a correct response, heuristic response, filler incorrect response and a “none of the above” response. Their task was to choose their preferred response as fast as possible. After each response, participants provided a judgment of confidence. Participants mostly responded by choosing heuristic responses. The response time analysis revealed a significant effect of response type with slightly faster responses for heuristic responses. The confidence ratings analysis revealed that participants were generally more confident when providing correct responses, but this was significant for only three of the six problems. Additionally, correlation analysis revealed significant negative correlations between response times and confidence ratings for both correct and heuristic responses. Shorter response times were accompanied by higher confidence. Modifications of the CRT (item number expansion and 4-choice paradigm) proved to be successful.

Cognitive Reflection Test ; meta-reasoning ; metacognition ; heuristic bias ; analytical thinking

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