If You Form a General Negative Impression of a Person

question 28

Multiple Choice

If you form a general negative impression of a person based on one prominent characteristic, and it distorts your perception of other characteristics of that person, it is called:

• A)self-serving bias.
• B)selective attention.
• C)the halo effect.
• D)stereotyping.
• E)projection bias.

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Definitions:

Afterlife

Beliefs about what happens to individuals after death, including notions of an existence or consciousness beyond physical life.

Delusional

Holding false beliefs firmly despite clear evidence to the contrary, often occurring in psychiatric conditions.

True Self

The authentic version of a person, representing their genuine thoughts, feelings, and desires.

Official Roles

Designated or formal positions within an organization or institution, often accompanied by specific responsibilities and authority.