Confirmation Bias
/kɒn.fɜːrˈmeɪ.ʃən baɪəs/
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- (n.) The cognitive tendency to favor information that confirms preexisting beliefs, affecting judgment and decision-making in legal contexts.
The judge warned against confirmation bias influencing the evaluation of the evidence.
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Commentary
Awareness of confirmation bias is crucial in legal settings to ensure objective evidence assessment and fair decision-making.
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