What Term Describes a Judgment Formed About Someone Before You

question 25

Multiple Choice

What term describes a judgment formed about someone before you know all the facts or background information?

• A)caricature
• B)discrimination
• C)prejudice
• D)communication code

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Definitions:

Conformity Pressures

Social forces that compel individuals to align their attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors with those of a group.

Personal Control

An individual's belief in their ability to influence events and their outcomes, often associated with psychological well-being.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes, prompting an individual to seek consistency.

Stanley Milgram

A psychologist known for his studies on obedience, demonstrating people's willingness to follow orders from authority figures even to the extent of harming others.