What Term Refers to Drawing a General Impression About Something

question 109

Multiple Choice

What term refers to drawing a general impression about something or someone based on a single (typically good) characteristic?

• A) the halo effect
• B) first impression bias
• C) selective perception
• D) stereotyping
• E) the Hawthorne effect

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Definitions:

Universal Grammar

A theory in linguistics that suggests the ability to acquire language is innate to humans and that all human languages share a common underlying structure.

Noam Chomsky

An influential linguist, philosopher, and cognitive scientist known for his theory of generative grammar and critique of behaviorism.

Socioeconomic Status

A measure of an individual's or family's economic and social position in relation to others, based on income, education, and occupation.

Language Use

The manner in which words and phrases are selected and applied to communicate effectively in various contexts.