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[[File:Cognitive biases.jpg|alt=Cognitive biases|Cognitive biases|thumb]]'''A cognitive bias is a systematic error in thinking that occurs when people are processing and interpreting information in the world around them. They are predictable patterns of thought and behaviour leading to incorrect conclusions.''' | [[File:Cognitive biases.jpg|alt=Cognitive biases|Cognitive biases|thumb]]'''A cognitive bias is a systematic error in thinking that occurs when people are processing and interpreting information in the world around them. They are predictable patterns of thought and behaviour leading to incorrect conclusions.''' | ||
There are many cognitive biases which have been documented, they persist in society as they are self-reinforced by the [ | There are many cognitive biases which have been documented, they persist in society as they are self-reinforced by the [[Dunning Kruger effect]] combining with the [[Confirmation Bias]]. Below is a list of the most prevalent in society ranked on their importance: | ||
# [[Optimism bias]] - a computer cannot tell you whether it will rain or not, only the probability of it occurring. | # [[Optimism bias]] - a computer cannot tell you whether it will rain or not, only the probability of it occurring. | ||