Question

After choosing among several computer server systems, the Director of Information Systems feels very positive about the choice that was made. However, some of this optimism is due to the fact that the Director ignored some of the limitations of the chosen system and unconsciously downplays the importance of the positive features of the rejected systems. The Director of Information Systems is engaging in:________.A) confirmation bias.B) impulsive buying.C) escalation of commitment.D) rational maximization.E) rational choice thinking.

Answer 1

Answer:

A- Confirmation Bias

Explanation:

Confirmation bias is the ability to prefer a certain idea to others based on one own belief.

The Director of Information Systems was bias because he feels very positive about the choice that was made by ignoring some of the limitations of the chosen system and unconsciously downplays the importance of the positive features of the rejected systems based on his own personal belief that his first choice of computer server system is much better than the second by been bias which may lead to error in choosing the right one.

Answer 2

Answer:

A) confirmation bias

Explanation:

Based on the information provided within the question it can be said that the Director of Information Systems is engaging in confirmation bias. This bias explains when an individual favors something because it confirms their previous beliefs or biases. Which is the case in this scenario since the director is supporting his decision even though there is a lot wrong with it, solely due to the fact that he was optimistic about that decision from the beginning.