Given the Choice, Most People Would Rather Receive Information About

question 309

Multiple Choice

Given the choice, most people would rather receive information about themselves that validates their ideas about who they are, and they would rather avoid information that contradicts their self-beliefs. This tendency demonstrates an example of

• A)a mental set
• B)divergent thinking
• C)the belief bias
• D)the confirmation bias

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Definitions:

Questionnaire

A survey consisting of a series of questions aimed at gathering information about individuals' preferences, thoughts, attitudes, or behaviors.

Machiavellianism

A personality trait that involves manipulation and exploitation of others, a lack of morality, and a focus on self-interest and deception.

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by diligence, organization, dependability, and a strong sense of duty.

Authoritarianism

A political system characterized by strong central power and limited political freedoms.