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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.''' | ||
Cognitive biases persist in society as they are self-reinforcing | Cognitive biases persist in society as they are self-reinforcing via a combination of the [[Dunning Kruger effect]] and the [[Confirmation Bias]]. These reinforcing biases cause other biases to compound on top of one another making rationality more and more difficult. Below is a list of the most prevalent cognitive biases in society ranked on their importance: | ||
# '''[[Self-serving bias|Self-serving Bias]]''' - the tendency people have to seek out information and use it in ways that advance their self-interest. | # '''[[Self-serving bias|Self-serving Bias]]''' - the tendency people have to seek out information and use it in ways that advance their self-interest. | ||