Jojo's Boss Is an Older, Caucasian Gentleman from the Midwest

question 34

Multiple Choice

Jojo's boss is an older, Caucasian gentleman from the Midwest. They have never discussed politics, but Jojo makes assumptions about his political views. This is an example of what type of perceptual error?

• A) halo effect
• B) impression management
• C) stereotypes
• D) contrast effect

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Definitions:

Ascribed Characteristics

Traits that individuals are born with or that are assigned to them by others, including race, ethnicity, and gender, that significantly affect their social experiences.

Ethnicity And Gender

Aspects of social identity that influence one's experiences and opportunities based on cultural background and societal roles associated with being male or female.

Social Stratification

The arrangement or classification of society into hierarchical layers based on factors like wealth, power, and social status.

Social Classes

Categories of individuals in a society grouped according to their societal status, often based on wealth, occupation, or family heritage.