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Competing Perspectives

Definition

Competing perspectives refer to different viewpoints or opinions on a particular topic or issue that are in conflict with each other. These perspectives often arise due to differing beliefs, values, experiences, or interests.

Related terms

Evaluating competing perspectives: This term refers to the process of critically analyzing and comparing different viewpoints on a topic in order to understand their strengths, weaknesses, and implications.

Bias: Bias refers to a tendency or inclination towards a particular perspective or viewpoint that may influence one's judgment or decision-making.

Synthesizing information: Synthesizing information involves combining multiple sources of information or perspectives into a coherent whole, often by identifying commonalities and differences between them.

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