Of the Following Real-World Phenomena,the Confirmation Bias Best Explains the Observation

question 62

Multiple Choice

Of the following real-world phenomena,the confirmation bias best explains the observation that people

• A)do not always make decisions that maximize their monetary outcome.
• B)are more likely to purchase meat advertised as 80% fat free than 20% fat.
• C)misjudge homicide as more prevalent in the U.S.than suicide.
• D)can cite several reasons for their position on a controversial issue but none for the opposing side.

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Definitions:

WT Transmission

WT Transmission, if referring to a specific technology or model, could denote a specialized transmission system; however, without further context, the exact nature of "WT Transmission" is unclear.

Clutches Applied

A phrase referring to the engagement of a clutch, which connects two rotating shafts or a rotating shaft to a stationary component, allowing power transfer.

Forward or Reverse

Terms indicating the direction of movement or operation, typically used in the context of vehicle transmissions or machinery controls.

Serial Communications Interface

A method of transferring information between a computer and peripheral devices, one bit at a time, sequentially over a communication channel.