The Tendency to Seek Out Information That Reaffirms Past Choices

question 105

Multiple Choice

The tendency to seek out information that reaffirms past choices and to discount information that contradicts past judgments is known as a(n) ________ bias.

• A) distinction
• B) omission
• C) impact
• D) anchoring
• E) confirmation

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Definitions:

Cost of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of the goods sold by a company, including materials and labor.

Underapplied Overhead

When the actual manufacturing overhead costs are higher than the overhead allocated to products or services.

Actual Overhead Cost

The real expenses occurring from indirect costs, such as utilities, rent, and administrative expenses, necessary for running a business.

Indirect Labor Costs

Wages paid to employees who are not directly involved in production work but who support the production process.