Confirmation Bias

What is confirmation bias?

• The tendency to only remember facts that support our beliefs.

• The act of disregarding information that contradicts our beliefs.

• Giving more attention or credibility to information that reinforces existing beliefs.

• Failing to seek out objective information.

In the buttered toast example, why did the speaker initially believe toast always lands butter-side down?

• Because the laws of physics dictate it.

• He only remembered the instances where it landed butter-side down due to the negative emotional impact.

• He conducted a scientific experiment proving this outcome.

• His toast was always heavier on the buttered side.

Which of the following is a way confirmation bias can manifest?

• Actively seeking out diverse perspectives.

• Critically evaluating all incoming information equally.

• Only remembering facts that support existing beliefs.

• Changing beliefs immediately when presented with new evidence.

Can you think of a time when confirmation bias affected how you interpreted information?

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What is a recommended strategy to avoid confirmation bias?

• Ignoring all information that challenges your views.

• Only consulting sources that align with your current opinions.

• Asking yourself "What if the opposite were true?"

• Relying solely on personal anecdotes and experiences.