Overconfidence Bias

Overconfidence bias is the tendency for people to overestimate their own knowledge or abilities, particularly in areas like general knowledge. For instance, someone may feel certain about an answer to a trivia question, despite being incorrect. This bias can lead to mistakes, as individuals may dismiss other perspectives or information, believing too strongly in their own understanding. Overconfidence can affect decision-making and problem-solving, as it creates a false sense of security in one’s knowledge, resulting in less careful consideration of alternatives or new evidence.