Which of the Following Clearly Meets the Definition of a Stereotype

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following clearly meets the definition of a stereotype?

• A)Mary believes she is underpaid as an administrative secretary.
• B)Gretchen believes that the British are cool and unexcitable.
• C)Kershon believes sport utility vehicles are safe.
• D)Nandi believes that men and women can be space scientists.

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Definitions:

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently, often better, when in the presence of others than when alone.

Jury Size

The number of members in a jury, which can vary according to the legal system and type of trial, affecting decision-making processes and outcomes.

Juror Impartiality

Refers to the essential criterion that jurors must be unbiased and have no preconceptions or prejudices regarding the case they are to decide on.

Bystander Effect

The psychological phenomenon where individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.