dataset
Decision Making

Default Bias

People tend to stick with default settings or choices due to cognitive ease and perceived endorsement of the default by the provider.
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Promotes desired outcomes by pre-selecting common preferences

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May feel restrictive if not transparent

The Study

Default Bias explores how individuals' decisions and perceptions are influenced by underlying psychological mechanisms. Research on this bias has revealed its role in everyday behaviours and decision-making processes. Studies often involve experiments where participants' reactions are observed to determine the bias's impact. This understanding helps designers and marketers craft more effective, user-centric experiences.

The result

The results indicate that default bias significantly influences decision-making by altering perception, recall, or emotional response. These findings provide valuable insights into cognitive behaviour, informing design strategies.

Actionable tips

1.

Pre-select options to simplify decisions.

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Highlight default choices for convenience.

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Offer clear opt-outs to maintain user autonomy.

Psychology Cocktails using this bias

More cocktails will be created with this bias soon.