The Tendency to Look for or Pay Attention Only to Information

question 146

Multiple Choice

The tendency to look for or pay attention only to information that supports one's own belief is called:

• A) a mental set.
• B) confirmation bias.
• C) stereotype threat.
• D) mindlessness.

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Definitions:

Meaningless

Lacking significance, purpose, or value.

Interpret Idea

The process of understanding and explaining the meaning or concept of an idea, often involving personal perspective or theoretical analysis.

Speech Sounds

The auditory signals used in language communication, representing distinct phonetic or phonological elements of a spoken language.

Transformation

In general terms, the process of changing in form, appearance, nature, or character.