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Clear, Balanced, And Lively.' Steven Pinker, Bestselling Author Of How The Mind Worksare You Afraid Of The 'Right' Risks?Do You Worry More About Radiation From Nuclear Power Or From The Sun?Are You More Afraid Of Getting Cancer Than Heart Disease?Are You Safer Talking On Your Cell Phone Or Using A Handsfree Device When You Drive?Do You Think Global Warming Is A Serious Threat To Your Health?Get The Facts Behind Your Fearsand Discover . . .How Risky Is It, Really?International Risk Expert David Ropeik Takes An Indepth Look At Our Perceptions Of Risk And Explains The Hidden Factors That Make Us Unnecessarily Afraid Of Relatively Small Threats And Not Afraid Enough Of Some Really Big Ones. This Read Is A Comprehensive, Accessible, And Entertaining Mixture Of What'S Been Discovered About How And Why We Feartoo Much Or Too Little. It Brings Into Focus The Danger Of The Perception Gap: When Our Fears Dont Match The Facts, And We Make Choices That Create Additional Risks.This Book Will Not Decide For You What Is Really Risky And What Isn'T. That'S Up To You. How Risky Is It, Really? Will Tell You How You Make Those Decisions. Understanding How We Perceive Risk Is The First Step Toward Making Wiser And Healthier Choices For Ourselves As Individuals And For Society As A Whole.Test Your Own 'Risk Response' In Dozens Of Selfquizzes!
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'How Risky Is It, Really?: Why Our Fears Don't Always Match the Facts'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is David Ropeik, an international risk expert.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has two hundred eighty-eight pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six point three inches in length, zero point nine one inches in width, and nine point two one inches in height.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Personal Transformation.
- Q: What is the main theme of the book? A: The main theme is understanding how our perceptions of risk can be misleading.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is accessible and suitable for readers new to the topic of risk perception.
- Q: What kind of quizzes are included in the book? A: The book includes self-quizzes to test your own 'risk response'.
- Q: How does this book help with decision-making? A: It provides insights into how we perceive risks, aiding in making wiser choices.
- Q: Can this book help me with understanding health-related fears? A: Yes, it addresses common health fears and the facts behind them.
- Q: What should I do if I want to return the book? A: Check the return policy of the retailer from where you purchased the book.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: No, books typically do not come with a warranty.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: Contact the seller for instructions on how to return or replace the damaged book.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Q: Are there any specific care instructions for this hardcover book? A: Keep the book clean and avoid exposing it to moisture to prevent damage.