We Tend to Accept at Face Value Information That Is

question 71

Multiple Choice

We tend to accept at face value information that is consistent with our preconceived views, while we are critical and skeptical of information that challenges these views. This represents the ________ bias.

• A) distinction
• B) impact
• C) hindsight
• D) confirmation
• E) self-serving

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