Which of the following is true?
A) Cognitive biases are the result of trying to reduce uncertainty and simplify the world.
B) Cognitive biases are an individual difference and do not affect all human beings in the same way.
C) Business executives and students are generally reserved about their knowledge of the facts.
D) People are generally good at thinking of the consequences of their decisions outside of their immediate family and friends.

Question

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Cognitive biases are often a result of the brain's attempt to simplify complex information and reduce uncertainty. This can lead to errors in thinking and decision-making.

Answer: B
 Cognitive biases are not uniform across all individuals and can vary depending on a variety of factors such as culture, upbringing, and personal experiences.

Answer: C
 There is no evidence to suggest that business executives and students are generally reserved about their knowledge of the facts. This statement is not related to cognitive biases.

Answer: None of the above 
 The statement in option D is not accurate. Research has shown that people can struggle to think of the long-term consequences of their decisions, even outside of their immediate social circle. Therefore, none of the answer choices are completely true.

Which of the Following Is True