An initial accuracy focus reduces the effect of prior exposure on perceived accuracy of news headlines
Abstract The illusory truth effect occurs when the repetition of a claim increases its perceived truth. Previous studies have demonstrated the illusory truth effect with true and false news headlines. The present study examined the effects that different ratings made during initial exposure have on...
Main Authors: | Dustin P. Calvillo, Thomas J. Smelter |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2020-11-01
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Series: | Cognitive Research |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41235-020-00257-y |
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