Marsha believes that all news reporters are cynical, doubting individuals who would sell their souls for an exclusive story. In this case, Marsha's beliefs about the traits and behaviours of news reporters are one example of

A) the fundamental attribution error.
B) a confirmation bias.
C) stereotypes.
D) the matching hypothesis.

News Reporters

Individuals who investigate, collect, and present information as news to the general public.

Stereotypes

Preconceived and oversimplified beliefs or ideas about a certain group of people or things, often lacking in nuance and accuracy.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one’s preexisting beliefs or hypotheses.