Vernell Is Being Interviewed for a Job

question 116

Multiple Choice

Vernell is being interviewed for a job. The interviewer suspects that Vernell is incompetent. The interviewer doesn't expect much from Vernell and sits far away from her during the interview. He interrupts her frequently, and seems distracted when she speaks. As a result, Vernell becomes nervous, starts to stutter, and loses her train of thought several times. The interviewer's final impression is that Vernell is, as he suspected, incompetent. This impression is most likely the result of

• A) the trait negativity bias.
• B) a self-fulfilling prophecy.
• C) primacy effects.
• D) the fundamental attribution error.

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Definitions:

Conscious Mind

The aspect of the mind that is aware of thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment, enabling voluntary action and decision-making.

Unconscious

The part of the mind that is inaccessible to the conscious mind, but that affects behaviors and emotions.

Inner Growth

The process of personal development, involving self-reflection and the strengthening of one's character and understanding of oneself.

Early Childhood Experiences

Events or interactions occurring in the first few years of life that significantly impact an individual's development and personality.