_____ results from the tendency to make decisions based on preexisting beliefs even though evidence suggest that those beliefs are wrong.
A) Prior hypothesis bias
B) Dialectical inquiry
C) Escalating commitment
D) Representativeness bias
E) The illusion of control

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Prior hypothesis bias, also known as confirmation bias, occurs when individuals selectively gather and interpret information in a way that confirms their existing beliefs or hypotheses. This can result in people dismissing evidence that contradicts their beliefs, leading to suboptimal decision-making.

_____ Results from the Tendency to Make Decisions Based on Preexisting