Even though they were told that the school would not have a football team next year, the players continued to practice on their own to prepare for the next season. Which obstacle does this demonstrate?

Question

1. Belief perseverance
2. Fixation
3. Framing effect
4. Overconfidence

Answer 1

The situation described demonstrates 1. Belief perseverance. This is the tendency to maintain belief in something despite contradictory information or evidence. In this case, the players continue to practice for a football season despite being informed that there will not be a team, indicating that they hold onto their belief in the possibility of playing.