When decision makers seek out information that reaffirms their past choices and discount information that contradicts past judgments, they are exhibiting ________.
A) confirmation bias
B) availability bias
C) self-serving bias
D) the anchoring effect

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Confirmation bias is the tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or decisions, while discounting contradictory information.

When Decision Makers Seek Out Information That Reaffirms Their Past