The Tendency to Focus More on Evidence That Supports One's

question 8

Multiple Choice

The tendency to focus more on evidence that supports one's expectations than on evidence that contradicts them is called ____.

• A)the self-serving bias
• B)salience
• C)confirmation bias
• D)the discontinuity effect

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Definitions:

Encode Message

The process of transforming information into a form that can be understood by a receiver during communication.

Transmit Message

The process of conveying information or meaning from one entity or group to another through the use of mutually understood signs and semiotic rules.

Corporate Grapevine

The corporate grapevine is the informal and unofficial communication network within an organization, through which information, rumors, and gossip spread.

Effective Communication

The exchange of information in a way that is accurately received and understood by all parties involved.