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Confirmation bias occurs when you only seek information that supports your opinions.
Confirmation bias occurs when you only seek information that supports your opinions.
True (A)
Anchoring bias means you should always trust the first piece of information you receive.
Anchoring bias means you should always trust the first piece of information you receive.
False (B)
Media bias can be present when journalists choose which stories to cover and how to report them.
Media bias can be present when journalists choose which stories to cover and how to report them.
True (A)
Halo effect is when your opinion of someone is influenced by their physical attractiveness.
Halo effect is when your opinion of someone is influenced by their physical attractiveness.
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Conformity bias is the tendency to change your views to match those of the majority.
Conformity bias is the tendency to change your views to match those of the majority.
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Flashcards
Bias
Bias
A tendency to favor one group or idea over others, often unfairly.
Anchoring Bias
Anchoring Bias
The reliance on the first piece of information learned when making decisions.
Media Bias
Media Bias
Bias in how news is reported, affecting public perception.
Confirmation Bias
Confirmation Bias
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Halo Effect
Halo Effect
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Study Notes
Bias and Conditions
- Bias is a tendency to believe some people, ideas, or things are better than others, leading to unfair treatment.
Types of Bias
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Anchoring Bias: Relying heavily on the first piece of information learned (an "anchor"), which disproportionately influences judgments compared to later information.
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Media Bias: News producers show bias in reporting and covering news, where journalists select what to report and cover.
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Confirmation Bias: Actively seeking evidence that supports a pre-existing opinion, neglecting opposing information. This leads to forming opinions based on beliefs, desires, and prejudices.
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Conformity Bias: Changing or being influenced by the views of others to seek acceptance and act like others, regardless of personal beliefs. Peer pressure is relevant.
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Halo Effect: Judging a person based on a single positive or negative trait, which influences perceptions of other qualities or characteristics. Physical attractiveness is a common example.
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Description
Explore the various types of bias that influence our perceptions and judgments. This quiz covers important concepts such as anchoring bias, media bias, confirmation bias, conformity bias, and the halo effect. Test your knowledge and understanding of how these biases affect decision-making.
