When people watch a debate, they often point out the
internal contradictions, flaws in logic, and hypocrisy in positions they oppose while glossing over the same shortcomings for positions they support. This is an example of
A) the availability heuristic.
B) belief perseverance.
Incorrect. Belief perseverance occurs when we cling to a belief even after we've been shown evidence that it is wrong.
C) the confirmation bias.
Correct. The confirmation bias is the tendency to seek out information that supports our point of view and ignore evidence that contradicts our point of view.
D) healthy skepticism.
Answer: C
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