types of bias Flashcards

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anchoring

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Tendency to focus on one particular piece of information when making decisions or problem-solving

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confirmation

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Focuses on information that confirms existing beliefs

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hindisght

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Belief that the event just experienced was predictable

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representative

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Unintentional stereotyping of someone or something

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availability

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Decision is based upon either an available precedent or an example that may be faulty

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