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What is a potential consequence of blame bias in personal relationships?
What is a potential consequence of blame bias in personal relationships?
Superiority bias can lead to which of the following attitudes towards diversity and inclusion?
Superiority bias can lead to which of the following attitudes towards diversity and inclusion?
Which bias involves the belief that one's own group or opinions are superior to others?
Which bias involves the belief that one's own group or opinions are superior to others?
What is a common effect of blame bias in organizational dynamics?
What is a common effect of blame bias in organizational dynamics?
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Why are awareness and mitigation strategies important for addressing biases?
Why are awareness and mitigation strategies important for addressing biases?
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What is the primary effect of confirmation bias on decision-making?
What is the primary effect of confirmation bias on decision-making?
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What is the main consequence of conviction bias in legal contexts?
What is the main consequence of conviction bias in legal contexts?
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What is the primary result of appearance bias in hiring decisions?
What is the primary result of appearance bias in hiring decisions?
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What is the primary effect of group bias on social interactions?
What is the primary effect of group bias on social interactions?
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What is the main characteristic of blame bias?
What is the main characteristic of blame bias?
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Which bias is most likely to influence law enforcement in criminal investigations?
Which bias is most likely to influence law enforcement in criminal investigations?
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What is the primary result of conviction bias in individuals?
What is the primary result of conviction bias in individuals?
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Which bias is most likely to influence hiring decisions and promotions?
Which bias is most likely to influence hiring decisions and promotions?
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Study Notes
Biases
Confirmation Bias
- Tendency to interpret, favor, and recall information that confirms one's existing beliefs or values
- Leads to biased search, interpretation, and memory recall, influencing decision-making and perception of reality
- Examples: Law enforcement ignoring conflicting evidence in criminal investigations, focusing only on information that aligns with their pre-existing theories
Conviction Bias
- Tendency to overestimate the strength of one's convictions and evidence supporting them
- Leads to overconfidence, selective memory recall, and a reluctance to consider opposing viewpoints
- Examples: Prosecutors prioritizing high conviction rates over ensuring justice, potentially leading to wrongful convictions
Appearance Bias
- Tendency to make judgments based on physical appearance rather than objective criteria
- Leads to unfair treatment, stereotypes, and biased decision-making in various contexts
- Examples: Influencing hiring decisions, promotions, and social interactions, impacting individuals' opportunities and experiences
Group Bias
- Favoring one's own group over others, leading to discrimination and prejudice based on group affiliation
- Results in social division, stereotyping, and unfair treatment of individuals outside one's group
- Examples: Workplace dynamics, social settings, and political contexts, influencing interactions and relationships
Blame Bias
- Tendency to assign blame or responsibility based on preconceived notions rather than objective assessment
- Leads to unfair accusations, scapegoating, and a lack of accountability in various situations
- Examples: Impacting personal relationships, organizational dynamics, and societal attitudes towards accountability and justice
Superiority Bias
- Belief that one's own group, opinions, or attributes are superior to others, leading to arrogance and prejudice
- Results in condescension, discrimination, and a lack of empathy towards individuals perceived as inferior
- Examples: Influencing intergroup conflicts, social hierarchies, and individual attitudes towards diversity and inclusion
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Test your understanding of cognitive biases, including confirmation bias, its effects, and examples. Learn how biases influence decision-making and perception of reality.
