First Impressions of People Are Difficult to Change Due to ____

question 99

Multiple Choice

First impressions of people are difficult to change due to ____.

• A) mental models
• B) algorithms
• C) the anchoring heuristic
• D) availability heuristic

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Definitions:

Self-discrepancy

The gap between one's actual self and their ideal or ought self, which can lead to feelings of dissatisfaction or discomfort.

Self-perceptions

The way individuals perceive themselves, including their thoughts, feelings, and awareness of their own abilities and characteristics.

Ideal Self

A person's conception of how they would like to be, representing their goals and aspirations in contrast to their actual self.

Self-complexity

A theory that proposes individuals have multiple, distinct aspects of the self, which can buffer against the impact of stressful events.