Which perceptual distortion stated in the textbook is explained as the tendency to selectively focus on aspects of situations that are most aligned with our own interests, values, and attitudes?
A) stereotypes
B) primary effect
C) halo effect
D) selective attention

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Selective attention is the perceptual distortion where individuals tend to focus on specific aspects of a situation that align with their own interests, values, and attitudes, often ignoring other information.

Which Perceptual Distortion Stated in the Textbook Is Explained as the Tendency