Define the Concept of Cognitive Style

question 105

Essay

Define the concept of cognitive style. Name and define two cognitive styles that are relevant to stereotype activation. Explain how each affects stereotype activation.

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Definitions:

Negative Externality

A cost suffered by a third party due to an economic transaction that they were not involved in, often without compensation.

Externalities

External impacts of an economic activity on unrelated third parties, which can be either positive or negative.

Market Price

The existing cost at which a service or asset can be acquired or disposed of in a given market.

Market Fail

A situation where the allocation of goods and services by a market is not efficient, typically due to reasons like externalities, market power, or public goods.