You Are Interviewed for a Job

question 24

True/False

You are interviewed for a job. You have included five pages of outstanding accomplishments on your résumé and only one seemingly minor flaw in an otherwise-impressive record. Your interviewer, however, seems unfairly focused on your single blemish, ignoring your accomplishments. This is an example of the negativity bias.

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Definitions:

Permissive

Permissive refers to a parenting or leadership style characterized by low demands with high responsiveness, where individuals are allowed considerable freedom in their behaviors.

Phonological Awareness

The skill of recognizing and manipulating sounds in spoken language, an important precursor to reading.

Nursery Rhymes

Short, traditional songs or poems for children, which often contain moral lessons and cultural heritage.

Socialization

The process of learning socially acceptable behaviors, attitudes, and values.