Professor Dante Is Interested in How We Show More Leniency

question 85

Multiple Choice

Professor Dante is interested in how we show more leniency to attractive people who make bad decisions than unattractive people who make bad choices. Professor Dante is studying __________.

• A) false attribution theory
• B) social cognition
• C) social elevation
• D) social perception

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Definitions:

Selective Perception

The cognitive process by which individuals perceive what they want in messages while ignoring opposing viewpoints.

Social Influence

The effect that the words, actions, or mere presence of other people have on an individual's thoughts, feelings, attitudes, or behaviors.

Word Of Mouth

The influencing of people during conversations.

Consumer Conversations

Dialogues between consumers, either online or offline, where experiences, opinions, and advice related to products or services are shared.