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What is the term for the psychological phenomenon where people overestimate the degree to which others agree with them?

A. Fundamental attribution error
B. Confirmation bias
C. False consensus effect
D. Self-serving bias

Answer: False consensus effect


Additional Information: The false consensus effect is the tendency to overestimate the extent to which others share one's beliefs and behaviors.


Subjects: Psychology

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