Which situation illustrates confirmation bias in research?

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1

A. A researcher actively considers evidence against the hypothesis

B. A researcher selectively notices evidence supporting the preferred hypothesis while ignoring contradictory findings

C. A researcher preregisters methods

D. A researcher replicates a study

Explanation

Confirmation bias involves preferentially seeking, interpreting, or remembering evidence that supports existing beliefs.

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