When Asked to Imagine Someone Who Fits the Description "Construction

question 89

Multiple Choice

When asked to imagine someone who fits the description "construction worker," many people picture a man in a hard hat and work clothes. Such mental images of a group of people are examples of ___________.

• A) prejudices
• B) stereotypes
• C) evaluations
• D) scripts

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Definitions:

Cremasteric Reflex

A reflexive contraction of the cremaster muscle, that elevates the testis in response to touch.

Palpation

A medical method that involves using the hands to examine the body, particularly to assess the size, consistency, and location of certain body parts.

Breath Sound

The sounds made by air moving through the respiratory system, which can indicate health or disease states when assessed with a stethoscope.

Vesicular

Pertaining to or characterized by small, fluid-filled blisters on the skin.