The tendency to look for information that supports one's own belief is called:
A) the principle of falsifiability.
B) confirmation bias.
C) denialism.
D) cognitive inertia.

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Confirmation bias refers to the tendency of individuals to favor information that confirms their preexisting beliefs or values. This bias can lead to the rejection of evidence that contradicts one's beliefs and can limit an individual's ability to consider alternative perspectives.

The Tendency to Look for Information That Supports One's Own