Confirmation Bias Refers to a Tendency To

question 14

Multiple Choice

Confirmation bias refers to a tendency to:

• A) Attend to information that contradicts our point of view
• B) Attend to information that reinforces our point of view
• C) Do the opposite of what someone wants us to do
• D) Seek out information that disconfirms our point of view

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Definitions:

Rule Utilitarianism

A subset of utilitarianism which holds that general rules that on balance produce the greatest amount of pleasure for all involved should be established and followed in each situation.

Ethical Theory

A systematic exposition of principles or standards of moral conduct that guide individuals in deciding right from wrong behaviors.

Absolutism

A political doctrine and practice where a single ruler or government holds absolute power, without legal, electoral, or social checks and balances.

Ethical Relativism

The theory that holds that morality is relative to the norms of one's culture, meaning that what is considered morally right or wrong varies from society to society.