Maria opposes mandatory vaccination of children and often cites "evidence" of the harm caused by vaccines while apparently ignoring their safety and efficacy in the vast majority of instances. This is consistent with _____.

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Maria's behavior is consistent with confirmation bias, as she is seeking out and selectively using information that confirms her pre-existing beliefs about the harm caused by vaccines, while seemingly ignoring counter-evidence.

Maria Opposes Mandatory Vaccination of Children and Often Cites "Evidence