When you are forming an attitude about an idea,object,or person you are more likely to focus on the negative information over the positive information.This is termed __________.
A) attitude ambivalence
B) mere exposure
C) negativity bias
D) the pessimism effect

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The negativity bias is a cognitive bias where individuals tend to give more attention and weight to negative information and experiences than positive ones. This can affect the formation of attitudes as negative information may be given more weight when forming an opinion about an idea, object, or person.

When You Are Forming an Attitude About an Idea,object,or Person