When We Are Presented with Evidence That Supports Our Current

question 26

Multiple Choice

When we are presented with evidence that supports our current beliefs,we strengthen our beliefs.If evidence contradicts our beliefs,we dismiss it.This is called a ____________.

• A)belief bias
• B)confirmation bias
• C)validation belief
• D)contradiction belief
• E)scientific evidence

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Definitions:

Mononucleosis

An infectious disease, often called "mono," characterized by fever, sore throat, and swollen glands, commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.

In-group

A social group to which a person psychologically identifies as being a member, often leading to favoritism toward group members and discrimination against non-members.

Primary Emotions

Basic emotions experienced by humans, such as happiness, sadness, fear, and anger, that are universal across cultures.

Secondary Emotions

Complex feelings that develop from primary emotions and involve a higher level of cognitive appraisal, such as guilt, shame, pride, and embarrassment.