Confirmation bias predicts that people will be most cynical about:
A) studies containing Type I errors.
B) studies containing Type II errors.
C) research findings that they do not like.
D) research findings that they like.

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Confirmation bias leads people to favor information that confirms their preexisting beliefs or values, making them more cynical or skeptical about research findings that contradict their preferences or beliefs.

Confirmation Bias Predicts That People Will Be Most Cynical About