The team members were reluctant to try a new format with which they were unfamiliar; the old format had served them well for many years. Their decision to stick with the old format is an example of the _____ bias.
A) confirmation
B) framing
C) status quo
D) discounting

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The team members' preference for the old format despite the potential benefits of the new format demonstrates a bias for the status quo, or a resistance to change. The confirmation bias (A) refers to the tendency to favor information that confirms one's existing beliefs, while the framing bias (B) refers to the influence of how information is presented on decision-making. The discounting bias (D) involves downplaying the significance of certain factors or information.

The Team Members Were Reluctant to Try a New Format