________________ Is the Search for Evidence That Only Supports a Preexisting

question 50

Multiple Choice

________________ is the search for evidence that only supports a preexisting belief, whereas ______________ involves accepting preexisting evidence, only if it confirms a belief.

• A) Confirmation bias; belief perseverance
• B) Belief perseverance; confirmation bias
• C) The availability heuristic; the representativeness heuristic
• D) The representativeness heuristic; the availability heuristic

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Definitions:

Private Sector

The part of the economy that is run by individuals and companies for profit and is not under direct state control.

Public Sector

The part of the economy composed of government services and enterprises, including infrastructure, education, and healthcare services.

Labor Productivity

refers to the amount of goods and services produced by one hour of labor.

Developing Nations

Countries that are in the process of industrialization and have lower levels of material well-being compared to developed economies.