Before His Job Interview, Anderson Buys a New Suit and Gets

question 12

Multiple Choice

Before his job interview, Anderson buys a new suit and gets a haircut. On the morning of his interview, he tells himself that he is a great candidate for this job and that the interviewer is sure to like him. Anderson's preparations are a type of __________.

• A) impression management
• B) other-enhancement
• C) low self-esteem
• D) self-fulfilling prophecy

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Definitions:

Pseudofact

A statement that is presented as fact, but is either untrue or based on dubious or misunderstood evidence.

Unreliable Sources

Information providers that lack credibility, consistency, or accuracy, often leading to misinformation.

New Evidence

Recently emerged data or information that may confirm, question, or add to existing understanding or hypotheses in a particular field of study.

Intentional Behavior

Actions that are performed with awareness and purpose, often directed towards achieving a specific goal.