Whenever Keith discusses current events with his classmates, he tends to be overly certain in his opinions and intolerant of anyone else's opinion. Even when evidence contradicts him, Keith finds it difficult to change his beliefs. Keith would be described as exhibiting
A)dogmatism.
B)cognitive dissonance.
C)self-stereotyping.
D)ethnocentrism.

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Keith's behavior of being overly certain in his opinions, intolerant of others' opinions, and difficulty in changing his beliefs despite contradictory evidence is characteristic of dogmatism. Dogmatism involves a strong set of beliefs that are not easily changed, even in the face of conflicting information.

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