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Overconfidence refers to the tendency to

A) cling to our initial beliefs,even though they have been proven wrong.
B) search for information that supports our preconceptions.
C) underestimate the extent to which our beliefs and judgments are wrong.
D) judge the likelihood of an event based on its availability in memory.

Overconfidence

The phenomenon where an individual's subjective confidence in their judgments is reliably greater than their objective accuracy.

Initial Beliefs

The preexisting perceptions or assumptions held by an individual before being exposed to new information or experiences.

Judgments

Judgments are cognitive processes involving evaluation or estimation of something or someone, often influenced by personal experience, knowledge, and values.

  • Recognize the role of overconfidence in affecting personal judgment and actions.
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