All Biases

Authority Bias

We trust people with titles, credentials, and uniforms—even when their expertise is irrelevant to the topic. A Nobel physicist's investment advice isn't more valid than anyone else's, yet we treat it that way. Rate how trustworthy each piece of advice seems.

FINANCIAL ADVICE: "Diversify your portfolio across multiple asset classes."

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John Smith SAME
No credentials listed
"Diversify your portfolio across multiple asset classes to reduce risk and improve long-term returns."
Trust: 50
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Dr. Sarah Chen, PhD SAME
Professor of Quantum Physics, MIT
"Diversify your portfolio across multiple asset classes to reduce risk and improve long-term returns."
Trust: 50
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Michael Roberts, CFA SAME
Certified Financial Analyst, Goldman Sachs
"Diversify your portfolio across multiple asset classes to reduce risk and improve long-term returns."
Trust: 50
Your Trust Ratings (same advice, different sources)
No credentials
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Physics PhD
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Finance expert
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Rate how trustworthy each piece of advice seems. Don't overthink it—go with your gut reaction.