The Tendency to Seek Out Information That Supports Our Current

question 18

Multiple Choice

The tendency to seek out information that supports our current beliefs is called ______.

• A)a believability effect
• B)a content effect
• C)a confirmation bias
• D)syllogistic reasoning

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Definitions:

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Tokugawa Rulers

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Dutch Traders

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