Dr.Schmidt is convinced that playing violent video games is not associated with aggressive behavior in children.When presented with research showing a link between the two,Dr.Schmidt ignores the evidence by claiming the research is flawed.He has engaged in
A) the framing effect.
B) motivated reasoning.
C) belief perseverance.
D) the availability heuristic.

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Dr. Schmidt is engaging in motivated reasoning, which is when a person selectively chooses evidence and arguments that support their preexisting beliefs while ignoring or dismissing evidence that contradicts their beliefs. Dr. Schmidt is dismissing the research showing a link between violent video games and aggressive behavior because it contradicts his belief that there is no association.

DrSchmidt Is Convinced That Playing Violent Video Games Is Not