What Does Recent Research Suggest About the Validity of First

question 21

Multiple Choice

What does recent research suggest about the validity of first impressions?

• A) First impressions based on configural properties of faces may have some validity.
• B) First impressions based on the size of the target's nose have a surprising amount of validity.
• C) First impressions based on the shape of the target's mouth have a surprising amount of validity.
• D) First impressions based on face judgments have no validity.

Identify different types of misrepresentation and their impact on contract validity.

Examine the legal and ethical considerations in scenarios involving undue influence, duress, and economic pressures.

Understand the conditions under which contracts can be rescinded due to mistakes, fraud, or duress.

Differentiate between innocent and fraudulent misrepresentation and their respective remedies.

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Definitions:

Instrumental Theory

denotes a perspective in sociology and psychology suggesting that individuals engage in certain behaviors primarily because of the rewards or outcomes associated with those behaviors.

Reinforcement Theory

A theory that suggests behavior is influenced by reinforcements or consequences, and that behavior can be modified by changing the consequences.

Classical Conditioning

A conditioning concept developed by Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov that suggests that learning can be accomplished through the use of stimuli.

Reinforcement Theory

A behavioral theory positing that behavior is shaped and maintained by its consequences, such as rewards or punishments.