Which of the Following Illustrates Belief Perseverance

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illustrates belief perseverance?

• A)Your belief remains intact even in the face of evidence to the contrary.
• B)You refuse to listen to arguments counter to your beliefs.
• C)You tend to become flustered and angered when your beliefs are refuted.
• D)You tend to search for information that supports your beliefs.

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Definitions:

Punishment

A process in behavior modification that involves presenting an adverse event or outcome in order to decrease the likelihood of a behavior recurring.

Biologically Primed

Innately equipped or predisposed by biology to learn certain behaviors or develop certain physical or psychological traits.

Associate Sickness

The process by which individuals link certain stimuli or experiences with feeling ill.

Tastes

Preferences or perceptions of flavor experienced through the sense of taste.