Which of the Following Is an Example of Stereotyping

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of stereotyping?

• A) Fiona assumes that a subordinate is a proficient employee as he or she has good people skills.
• B) Fiona assumes that an elderly employee will not be able to adapt to modern technology.
• C) Fiona believes that her subordinates can work on weekends as she generally works on weekends.
• D) Fiona judges that her subordinate performed poorly due to lack of concentration and incompetence.

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Definitions:

Skills Approach

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Practice And Instruction

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Specific Techniques

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Mumford's Skills Model

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