Abstract
Answer A. Anchoring bias
Choice-based decision-making involves analysing available choices and selecting one. By comparing opinions, doctors can be subject to bias. These include:
Anchoring bias – relying heavily on the initial information given Availability bias – to estimate what is more likely based on what is more available in memory Confirmation bias – to interpret information in a way that confirms perceptions Projection bias – unconsciously assuming others have similar thoughts Status quo bias – doing nothing
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