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What is negativity bias?

A) Being a negative person
B) The tendency for negative experiences to have a greater psychological impact than positive ones
C) Avoiding all negative news
D) A bias against certain groups

Explanation

Negativity bias is the tendency for negative events, emotions, and information to affect us more strongly than positive ones. One criticism can outweigh multiple compliments. It evolved as a survival mechanism.

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