Which of the Following Descriptions Is a Definition of the Confirmation

question 236

Multiple Choice

Which of the following descriptions is a definition of the confirmation bias?

• A)It is the tendency to seek out evidence that confirms a claim or belief while ignoring evidence that contradicts or undermines the claim or belief.
• B)It is a belief that irrefutable or nonfalsifiable claims can be used to confirm the existence of pseudoscientific methods and practices.
• C)It is the tendency for subtle cues or signals, expressed by the researcher, to bias participants so that they attempt to confirm the hypothesis being tested.
• D)It is the belief that testimonials are the best type of empirical evidence to confirm pseudoscientific claims.

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Definitions:

Finished Goods

Products that have completed the manufacturing process but have not yet been sold or distributed to customers.

Job Order Cost System

An accounting system that accumulates costs for each individually customized job, useful in manufacturing or service settings where work is undertaken on a specific order basis.

Lawyer Time

The hours spent by an attorney on legal work for a client, often billed by the hour.

Copying Charges

Fees associated with reproducing documents, images, or other materials, typically using a photocopier or printer.