Understanding Bias in Decision Making and Media Reporting
12 Questions
3 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of testimonial evidence?

  • To rely heavily on personal testimony
  • To show similarity between two different things
  • To collect data from surveys and random sampling
  • To prove the truth of a matter using statements under oath (correct)

    • What is the main characteristic of anecdotal evidence?

  • It is based on the idea of similarity between two things
  • It is collected in a casual or informal manner (correct)
  • It involves statistical research and data analysis
  • It relies on personal testimony in a formal setting

    • Why is it important to check for biases in evidence?

  • To ensure the evidence is based on statistical research
  • To confirm the publication date of the source
  • To verify if both sides of an argument are considered (correct)
  • To assess the credentials of the author

    • Which type of text uses creative language to evoke emotional responses?

    <p>Literary text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of a persuasive text introduces the topic and provides context?

    <p>Background information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of analogical evidence?

    <p>To show similarity between two different things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of bias?

    <p>A tendency to favor or support a particular person, group, thing, or point of view over another resulting in unfairness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of anchoring bias?

    <p>An individual's judgments or decisions being influenced by a reference point or initial piece of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of confirmation bias?

    <p>The tendency to search for and interpret information in a way that confirms one's existing beliefs or values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of conformity bias?

    <p>Changing one's beliefs or behavior to fit in with others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of the halo effect?

    <p>A type of cognitive bias where our first impression of a person influences our overall perception of their character</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of prejudice?

    <p>A preconceived opinion or feeling towards a person based solely on their affiliation with a group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser