Which of the following describes confirmation bias?

A

People are more likely to believe a news story if it supports their existing beliefs

B

People are more likely to question a news story if it supports their existing beliefs.

C

News stories written online are less likely to be based on real facts.

D

The more an article is shared on social media, the more likely it is to be true.

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14 December, 18:38

Which of the following describes confirmation bias?

A

People are more likely to believe a news story if it supports their existing beliefs

B

People are more likely to question a news story if it supports their existing beliefs.

C

News stories written online are less likely to be based on real facts.

D

The more an article is shared on social media, the more likely it is to be true.

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Hubbard · Answer 1

A

Explanation:

Confirmation bias is the tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms or strengthens one's prior personal beliefs or hypotheses.