Asked by Bayleigh Olsen on Apr 28, 2024
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All of the following are true about the confirmation bias EXCEPT which statement?
A) People ignore information that doesn't fit with their preexisting schemas.
B) People pays more attention to information that fits with their preexisting schemas.
C) Ambiguous information is interpreted in a schema-disconfirming way.
D) People can misremember factual information in ways that support their preexisting schemas.
Confirmation Bias
The proclivity to selectively find, interpret, prioritize, and recollect data in a manner that affirms previously held notions or assumptions.
Preexisting Schemas
Cognitive frameworks or structures that already exist within our minds, influencing how we perceive and interpret new information.
Ambiguous Information
Information that lacks clarity, can be interpreted in multiple ways, or does not provide a clear direction or answer.
- Recognize the significance of schemas in influencing our perceptions and judgments of others.
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Michael PetrovichMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The statement "Ambiguous information is interpreted in a schema-disconfirming way" is not true of the confirmation bias. Rather, ambiguous information is often interpreted in a way that supports preexisting schemas or beliefs. The other statements are all true of the confirmation bias.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the significance of schemas in influencing our perceptions and judgments of others.