A scientist cites two studies that show a positive effect for her drug and ignores five other studies that show a negative effect.Which error or bias is she committing?
A)hindsight
B)anchoring effect
C)confirmation bias
D)self-serving

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The scientist is committing confirmation bias by only using studies that confirm her beliefs and ignoring those that contradict them.

A Scientist Cites Two Studies That Show a Positive Effect