Experiments suggest that people:
(i) lack confidence in their own abilities
(ii) give too much weight to a small number of vivid observations
(iii) interpret evidence to confirm beliefs they already have
A)(i) only
B)(i) and (ii)
C)(i) and (iii)
D)(ii) and (iii)

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All three statements are supported by research and are well-documented cognitive biases. People often underestimate their own abilities and become overly influenced by a few vivid observations, leading to inaccurate conclusions. Additionally, people tend to interpret evidence in a way that confirms their pre-existing beliefs, rather than objectively evaluating the evidence.

Experiments Suggest That People