What is ‘the confirmation bias’?

A. The tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information that confirms one’s preexisting beliefs
B. A type of cognitive bias
C. A measure of emotional intelligence
D. A method of behavior modification

Answer: The tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information that confirms one’s preexisting beliefs


Additional Information: Confirmation bias can distort evidence and lead to misinformed conclusions.


Subjects: Psychology