A(n)________ Occurs When Decision Makers Seek Out Information That Reaffirms

question 39

Multiple Choice

A(n) ________ occurs when decision makers seek out information that reaffirms their past choices and discount information that contradicts past judgments.

• A)hindsight bias
• B)confirmation bias
• C)overconfidence bias
• D)self-serving bias

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Definitions:

Posterior Attachment

A term typically used in anatomy to refer to structures attached towards the back side of the body.

Inflammation

the body's defensive response to injury, infection, or irritation, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

An autoimmune disorder that causes chronic inflammation of the joints, often leading to pain, swelling, and potential loss of function.

Scoliosis

Lateral curvature of the spine.