The tendency to seek information and media that agree with one's views and to avoid dissonant information is known as
A)psychological reactance.
B)depressive realism.
C)regression toward the average.
D)selective exposure.

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This tendency is known as selective exposure. People tend to selectively expose themselves to information and media that align with their views and beliefs, as it confirms their existing opinions and avoids cognitive dissonance. This can lead to polarization and reinforcement of entrenched opinions, rather than an open-minded consideration of different perspectives.

The Tendency to Seek Information and Media That Agree with One's