The Tendency to Evaluate Evidence in a Way That Supports

question 8

Multiple Choice

The tendency to evaluate evidence in a way that supports one's own opinions is referred to as

• A) myside bias.
• B) stereotyping.
• C) incubation.
• D) framing.

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Definitions:

Sample

A subset of individuals, items, or data taken from a larger population or set, used for analysis or measurement representative of the whole.

Political Knowledge

The level of understanding an individual has about political processes, principles, and the functioning of government.

Political Opinions

Views or attitudes towards political subjects, policies, or issues, influenced by personal beliefs and values.

Watergate Scandal

The Watergate Scandal was a major political scandal in the United States during the 1970s, following a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and President Nixon's administration's attempted cover-up of its involvement.