Kahal has very conservative political beliefs, and he prefers listening to radio talk shows and reading magazines that are consistent with his views. Kahal's tendency to search only for information and evidence that support his perspective illustrates the:
A)fallacy of positive instances.
B)overestimation effect.
C)confirmation bias.
D)belief-bias effect.

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Kahal's behavior shows confirmation bias, as he selectively seeks out and considers only information that supports his existing beliefs while ignoring or dismissing evidence that contradicts them.

Kahal Has Very Conservative Political Beliefs, and He Prefers Listening