Two People Discussing Religion Discover That One of Them Is

question 16

Short Answer

Two people discussing religion discover that one of them is an atheist while the other is deeply religious. They both show tolerance for each other, and an understanding that they have an honest disagreement. They are both displaying which critical thinking habit of mind?

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Definitions:

Repression

A defense mechanism where distressing thoughts and memories are unconsciously kept out of consciousness.

Unconscious

The part of the mind that is inaccessible to the conscious mind but that affects behavior and emotions.

Testable Hypotheses

Propositions or predictions that are formulated to be rigorously tested and validated through empirical observation and experimentation.

False Consensus Effect

The cognitive bias whereby individuals overestimate the extent to which their beliefs, values, attitudes, or opinions are shared by others.