What will people most likely do when they encounter information that is at odds with an existing schema?
A)They will simply rely on the information (and ignore their schema).
B)They will automatically incorporate that information into their existing schema.
C)They will tend to engage in more deliberate thought about the topic at hand.
D)They will automatically create a new schema altogether.

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When people encounter information that conflicts with their existing schemas, they are more likely to engage in deliberate thought to reconcile the discrepancy. This process involves evaluating the new information and considering how it fits with or challenges their pre-existing beliefs or schemas.

What Will People Most Likely Do When They Encounter Information