You Believe That Getting a Degree in Business Will Guarantee

question 140

Multiple Choice

You believe that getting a degree in business will guarantee you a high-paying career. Every time you hear about someone with a prestigious career, and a business degree, you take this as evidence to support your belief. Which of the following will you NOT do if you are vulnerable to confirmation bias?

• A)Stick to your belief unless you hear a lot of supporting evidence.
• B)Selectively ignore information that runs contrary to your belief about business degrees.
• C)Look for more evidence that people with business degrees make a lot of money.
• D)Look for evidence that some people with business degrees have low-paying careers.

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