Use the passage to answer the question. The problem is not that these conspiracy theories exist, but rather that people blindly trust that these assertions are true without evidence. Which sentence could be added to further refine the definition of blindly trust? (1 point) Responses “The people most likely to believe conspiracy theories are those who have certain psychological traits, like the need to maintain self-esteem.” “The people most likely to believe conspiracy theories are those who have certain psychological traits, like the need to maintain self-esteem.” “Conspiracy theories often include the belief that a powerful organization is acting corruptly.” “Conspiracy theories often include the belief that a powerful organization is acting corruptly.” “Polls show that, overtime, belief in conspiracy theories, like the faking of the moon landing, decreases.” “Polls show that, overtime, belief in conspiracy theories, like the faking of the moon landing, decreases.” “In many cases, this blind trust can contribute to the spread of misinformation and undermine critical thinking skills, perpetuating falsehoods within society.”

Answer 1

The sentence that could be added to further refine the definition of blindly trust is: “In many cases, this blind trust can contribute to the spread of misinformation and undermine critical thinking skills, perpetuating falsehoods within society.” This sentence elaborates on the consequences of blindly trusting conspiracy theories, providing a clearer understanding of what such trust entails.