Systems 1 & 2

Systems 1 & 2 Comparison

System 1

System 2

Automatic Quck to judge Emotion-driven

Reflective Analytical Requires effort

Key Traits

Strengths

Problem-solving

Efficient in familiar situations

Example: Completing a math puzzle

Example: Driving home on a familiar route

Complex decision-making

Quick pattern recognition

Example: Identifying a friend's face in a crowd

Example: Evaluating pros and cons before making a large purchase

Weaknesses

Prone to biases

Slower processing

Example: Struggling to make a decision under time pressure

Example: Stereotyping based on appearance

Less reliable in new or complex situations

Requires more mental energy

Example: Overestimating stock market trends

Example: Feeling drained after a long meeting