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Which bias describes the tendency to rely heavily on the first piece of information you encounter?
Which bias describes the tendency to rely heavily on the first piece of information you encounter?
- Halo Effect
- Confirmation Bias
- Anchoring Bias (correct)
- Media Bias
Which bias involves a tendency to selectively seek out information that confirms pre-existing beliefs, while disregarding contradictory evidence?
Which bias involves a tendency to selectively seek out information that confirms pre-existing beliefs, while disregarding contradictory evidence?
- Anchoring Bias
- Conformity Bias
- Media Bias
- Confirmation Bias (correct)
Which bias refers to the impact of a single positive or negative trait on how a person's other characteristics are perceived?
Which bias refers to the impact of a single positive or negative trait on how a person's other characteristics are perceived?
- Anchoring Bias
- Halo Effect (correct)
- Confirmation Bias
- Conformity Bias
Which bias is characterized by the influence of others' opinions on one's own views, often due to a desire for acceptance?
Which bias is characterized by the influence of others' opinions on one's own views, often due to a desire for acceptance?
Which bias is most likely to occur in news reporting, wherein journalists' personal viewpoints may influence the presentation of information?
Which bias is most likely to occur in news reporting, wherein journalists' personal viewpoints may influence the presentation of information?
Flashcards
Bias
Bias
A tendency to favor some people or ideas over others, often leading to unfair treatment.
Anchoring Bias
Anchoring Bias
The reliance on the first piece of information encountered affects judgment more than subsequent information.
Media Bias
Media Bias
When journalists and news producers show partiality in how news is reported or covered.
Confirmation Bias
Confirmation Bias
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Halo Effect
Halo Effect
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Study Notes
Bias and Condition ALS
- Bias is a tendency to believe some people, ideas, or things are better than others, often resulting in unfair treatment.
Types of Bias
- Anchoring Bias: Relying heavily on the first piece of information learned, which disproportionately influences later judgments.
- Media Bias: Journalists and news producers showing a preference in how they cover and report news, often choosing what to highlight or suppress.
- Confirmation Bias: Searching for and favouring evidence that confirms one's existing opinions, overlooking contradictory information.
- Conformity Bias: Adjusting one's views or behavior to match those of others, influenced by peer pressure or a desire for acceptance.
- Halo Effect: Judging a person based on a single positive or negative trait, influencing how other aspects of their character are perceived. This is often related to physical attractiveness.
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