The Anchoring Effect

A completely random number is about to influence your answer to a question it has nothing to do with. Let's prove it.

Step 1 of 3

Spin the wheel

This wheel will land on a random number. It's completely arbitrary — just a number. Remember it.

Click the button to spin

Step 2 of 3

Answer this question

What percentage of African countries are members of the United Nations?
Don't look it up. Just go with your gut.

50%

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The Reveal

Your brain was anchored