In reasoning, the tendency to search for evidence that confirms a conclusion is called __________

a. confirmation bias
b. insight
c. counterfactual reasoning
d. availability heuristic


Answer: a

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Limiting children's exposure to violent TV and video games

a. appears to have little effect on children's aggression. b. increases children's aggression. c. can reduce children's aggression. d. improves academic performance.

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a. antisocial c. schizoid b. paranoid d. narcissistic

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  a.  True   b.  False

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