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Explain How Stereotypes and Other Factors Contribute to Subjectivity in Person

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Explain how stereotypes and other factors contribute to subjectivity in person perception.


Definitions:

Stimulus

A stimulus is any object, event, or factor capable of inciting a physiological or psychological response.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus reinforcing a behavior through its association with a primary reinforcer, not inherently rewarding.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an undesirable or negative outcome or stimulus strengthens or increases the likelihood of a particular behavior.

Aversive Punishment

A type of behavior modification that involves the use of unpleasant stimuli to decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

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