AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
Confirmation bias is the tendency to
A.seek evidence supporting existing beliefs
B.seek disconfirming evidence
C.remember everything equally
D.change beliefs easily
Explanation
Core Concept
We notice and credit what agrees with us and explain away the rest — the engine of polarized thinking.
Correct Answer
Aseek evidence supporting existing beliefs
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