We tend to accept at face value information that is consistent with our preconceived views, while we are critical and skeptical of information that challenges these views. This represents the ________ bias.
A) distinction
B) impact
C) hindsight
D) confirmation
E) self-serving

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The given scenario represents the confirmation bias, which means we tend to seek and interpret information in a way that confirms our beliefs or preconceptions while ignoring or dismissing information that challenges them. We are more likely to accept information that supports what we already believe, and we are skeptical or critical of information that contradicts our view.

We Tend to Accept at Face Value Information That Is