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CharlieWard

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The cognitive bias that results from seeking evidence that is consistent with our theories, and ignoring evidence that is inconsistent, is known as the
 
  A) confirmation bias.
  B) normative heuristic.
  C) availability heuristic.
  D) false consensus bias.

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Which of the following is FALSE about human reproduction?
 
  A) Humans have a small number of offspring.
  B) Most human males invest little more than sperm in reproduction.
  C) Humans lavish a great deal of care on each offspring.
  D) Humans care for their offspring for up to three decades.


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k.lashomb

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


CharlieWard

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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