When a gun owner does not agree with an editorial writer's call for a ban on assault rifles,it can be attributed,in part,to her __________.

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Selective perception refers to the tendency of individuals to interpret and organize information in a way that aligns with their preexisting beliefs and attitudes. In this case, the gun owner's disagreement with the editorial writer's call for a ban on assault rifles may be influenced by her preexisting beliefs and attitudes towards guns and gun ownership. The gun owner may selectively perceive information that supports her position and dismiss information that does not align with her beliefs.

When a Gun Owner Does Not Agree with an Editorial