Jessica Recently Joined a New Company and Was First Introduced

question 71

Multiple Choice

Jessica recently joined a new company and was first introduced to Michelle, her cubicle neighbor. Michelle came across as amiable and cheerful. During lunch she met another colleague, Carrie, who did not come across as friendly as Michelle. In this situation, Jessica's interpretation of Carrie's personality is most likely to be affected by ________.

• A) confirmation bias
• B) contrast effect
• C) fundamental attribution error
• D) self-serving bias
• E) bandwagon effect

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Definitions:

Facial Expressions

The movements and expressions made by the face that communicate emotional states or reactions.

Sex Customs

Traditional behaviors related to sexual relationships and practices within a particular culture or society.

Alcoholic Beverages

Drinks containing ethanol, commonly known as alcohol, produced by the fermentation of grains, fruits, or other sources of sugar.

Proximity

The physical closeness or distance of objects or individuals, which can influence various psychological and sociological phenomena, including attraction and relationship formation.