Research has found that many television viewers watch only news broadcasts on channels that support their political views and never tune in to those that advocate opposing political views. This increases the likelihood of which type of unscientific thinking?

A) selective observation
B) casual observation
C) illogical reasoning
D) mystification

Selective Observation

The process of focusing attention on certain aspects of the environment while ignoring others, often influenced by existing beliefs and biases.

Casual Observation

An informal method of gathering information or data without any structured procedure, often based on spontaneous or unplanned observation of events or behaviors.

Mystification

A process by which the true nature of a social situation or relation is obscured, making it difficult for those involved to understand it or challenge the status quo.