Question

confirmation bias examples

Answer 1

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1. A person who believes that climate change is a hoax may only seek out information that supports this belief, ignoring evidence that suggests otherwise.

2. A fan of a particular sports team may only pay attention to news articles or statistics that portray the team in a positive light, ignoring any negative aspects.

3. An individual who believes that vaccines are harmful may only listen to sources that support this belief, dismissing any scientific evidence that proves their safety and effectiveness.

4. A manager who thinks their employees are lazy may only focus on instances where they fail to meet expectations, while overlooking times when they exceed them.

5. A student who believes they are not good at a certain subject may only pay attention to feedback that confirms this belief, ignoring constructive criticism and opportunities for improvement.