When asked whether they want to view information supporting or opposing their viewpoint,people who have just expressed their views on various topics prefer to view information supporting their positions.Which of the following best accounts for this finding?
A)brainwashing
B)self-perception theory
C)overconfidence
D)selective exposure

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This finding can be attributed to selective exposure, which is the tendency of people to seek out and view information that confirms their preexisting beliefs and avoid information that contradicts them. This is because people prefer to maintain their current attitudes and beliefs, rather than face the discomfort of cognitive dissonance that can arise when confronted with opposing viewpoints.

When Asked Whether They Want to View Information Supporting or Opposing