When Asked Whether They Want to View Information Supporting or Opposing

question 45

Multiple Choice

When asked whether they want to view information supporting or opposing their viewpoint, people who have just expressed their views on various topics prefer to view information supporting their positions. Which of the following best accounts for this finding?

• A) brainwashing
• B) self-perception theory
• C) overconfidence effect
• D) selective exposure

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Definitions:

Inhalation

The act of taking air and other substances into the lungs through breathing, a key route of exposure to airborne pollutants and pathogens.

Treponema Pallidum

A bacterium responsible for syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection that can cause long-term complications if not treated.

Syphilis

A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, characterized by distinct stages and potentially serious long-term complications if left untreated.

Mucous Membranes

Thin layers of tissue that line various structures within the body, producing mucus to protect and moisten the linings.