A Baseball Manager Who Clings to Old and Ineffective Strategies

question 101

Multiple Choice

A baseball manager who clings to old and ineffective strategies, a lawyer who selects juries according to false stereotypes, and a political leader who does not withdraw support for a failing program are all exhibiting

• A) confirmation bias.
• B) confirmatory hypothesis testing.
• C) the fundamental attribution error.
• D) need for closure.

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Definitions:

Factors

Elements or conditions that contribute to a particular result or situation, often studied to understand complex processes or outcomes.

Alleviate Effects

The process of reducing the severity or intensity of negative outcomes or impacts.

Stress

A physical or emotional reaction to challenging or demanding circumstances.

Daily Stress

The frequent exposure to stressors within one's day-to-day life that can impact mental and physical health.