Students were asked to figure out the rule used to devise the three-number sequence 2-4-6.After generating sets of three numbers to learn whether their sets met the rule,they typically convinced themselves of the wrong rule.Their errors best illustrate the impact of
A) divergent thinking.
B) the availability heuristic.
C) framing.
D) confirmation bias.

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The students' tendency to only generate sets of three numbers that confirmed their initial suspicion about the rule demonstrates confirmation bias. They were not open to considering alternative possibilities and instead sought evidence to support their preconceived ideas.

Students Were Asked to Figure Out the Rule Used to Devise