Why Are Cognitive Biases a Barrier to Critical Thinking

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Short Answer

Why are cognitive biases a barrier to critical thinking?

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Definitions:

Conditioned Reinforcer

A stimulus that gains its reinforcing power through association with a primary reinforcer, thereby able to modify behavior.

Primary Reinforcer

A naturally reinforcing stimulus like food or water that satisfies a basic biological need and does not require learning to become pleasurable.

Basic Biological Needs

Fundamental physiological requirements for human survival, such as food, water, shelter, and sleep.

Cognitive Maps

Mental representations of physical spaces, helping individuals to navigate and understand spatial environments.