Experiments suggest that people:
(i) accurately estimate their own abilities
(ii) give an appropriate weight to a small number of vivid observations
(iii) interpret evidence to confirm beliefs they already have
A)(i) and (ii)
B)(i) and (iii)
C)(ii) and (iii)
D)(iii) anly

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Experiments show that people often interpret evidence in a way that confirms their pre-existing beliefs, a phenomenon known as confirmation bias. They generally do not accurately estimate their own abilities, often exhibiting overconfidence or underconfidence, and they tend to give undue weight to vivid observations over statistical data, which is not considered appropriate.

Experiments Suggest That People