People Sometimes Make the Mistake of Assuming That Someone Is

question 187

Multiple Choice

People sometimes make the mistake of assuming that someone is intelligent, exciting and fun to be around just because they are physically attractive. This is called the __________

• A) halo effect.
• B) primacy effect.
• C) matching effect.
• D) mere-exposure effect.

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Definitions:

Loyalty

A strong feeling of support or allegiance to a person, group, or cause.

Gender

Socially and culturally constructed roles, behaviors, expressions, and identities that societies consider appropriate for men and women.

Socially Reinforced

Pertains to behaviors that are strengthened or encouraged within a social context, often due to positive feedback or approval from others.

Race

A group of people with a common cultural history, nationality, or geographical location, as well as genetically transmitted physical attributes.