The Process by Which People Categorize Stimuli Based on Broad

question 70

Multiple Choice

The process by which people categorize stimuli based on broad generalizations is called:

• A) the halo effect.
• B) perceptual organization.
• C) attributions.
• D) perceptual distortion.
• E) perceptual selectivity.

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Definitions:

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Range

The difference between the highest and lowest values in a set of numbers, indicating the spread or dispersion.

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The allocation of funds or resources to specific departments, projects, or purposes, often used in governmental budgeting.

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