Jalen has very strong political ideas, and he frequently cites evidence that supports his ideas. When his friend, Damon, offers evidence that contradicts his ideas, he tends to dismiss what Damon has to say, and cites the evidence supporting his ideas as the reason for dismissing Damon's evidence. Which of the following best describes the tendencies in Jalen's thinking?

a. Critical thinking
b. Metacognition
c. Strategic learning
d. Belief preservation


d

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