Priming Refers to the Tendency

question 92

Multiple Choice

Priming refers to the tendency

• A)to infer unknown personality characteristics on the basis of known dispositions.
• B)for recently used concepts to come to mind easily and influence the interpretation of new information.
• C)for people to underutilize target characteristics and rely on their own traits when forming impressions of others.
• D)to continue to believe pre-existing impressions even after they are discredited.

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Definitions:

Informed Citizen

An individual who is well-informed about their rights, responsibilities, and current events, enabling them to participate effectively in civic and democratic processes.

Society

A group of individuals living together in a more or less ordered community, sharing customs, laws, and organizations.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregoing the next most desirable choice when a decision is made.

Out-of-pocket Cost

Direct payments made by individuals for goods or services, not reimbursed by insurance or other means.