Faced with evidence that seems to contradict a hoped-for finding, people may object to the study's methodology. This isan example of the fallacy of positive instances.

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The fallacy of positive instances refers to focusing only on evidence that confirms a belief while ignoring contradictory evidence. Objecting to methodology when faced with contradictory evidence is more about questioning the validity of the study rather than selectively acknowledging evidence.

Faced with Evidence That Seems to Contradict a Hoped-For Finding