Which Perceptual Distortion Stated in the Textbook Is Explained as the Tendency

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which perceptual distortion stated in the textbook is explained as the tendency to selectively focus on aspects of situations that are most aligned with our own interests, values, and attitudes?

• A) stereotypes
• B) primary effect
• C) halo effect
• D) selective attention

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Definitions:

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Reaction Formation

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A term that may be used to measure the level of frustration experienced by individuals in certain situations, but it is not a widely recognized or standardized metric in psychology or organizational behavior. NO.

Psychological Consequences

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