Understanding Bias in Decision Making and Media Reporting

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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?

Literary text (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Background information (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of analogical evidence?

To show similarity between two different things (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of bias?

A tendency to favor or support a particular person, group, thing, or point of view over another resulting in unfairness (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of anchoring bias?

An individual's judgments or decisions being influenced by a reference point or initial piece of information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of confirmation bias?

The tendency to search for and interpret information in a way that confirms one's existing beliefs or values (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of conformity bias?

Changing one's beliefs or behavior to fit in with others (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the halo effect?

A type of cognitive bias where our first impression of a person influences our overall perception of their character (B) Signup and view all the answers