People have a strong tendency to seek evidence that upholds their beliefs.This is called
A)undirected thinking
B)confirmation bias
C)functional fixedness
D)prejudice

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Confirmation bias is the tendency to search for, favor, and recall information that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses, while neglecting or underweighting evidence that contradicts them. It is a cognitive bias that affects reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving, and can lead to errors, misconceptions, and polarization. It is important to be aware of confirmation bias and to actively combat it by seeking diverse perspectives, challenging assumptions, and considering alternative explanations.

People Have a Strong Tendency to Seek Evidence That Upholds