Which of the Following Terms Refers to a Situation in Which

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms refers to a situation in which a person inaccurately perceives another person and the resulting expectations cause the other person to behave in ways consistent with the original perception?

• A) confirmation bias
• B) self-fulfilling prophecy
• C) attribution theory
• D) contrast effect
• E) bandwagon effect

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Definitions:

Tensile Strength

The maximum amount of stress (force per unit area) a material can withstand while being stretched or pulled before failing or breaking.

Reinforcement Material

A substance added to something to make it stronger or more effective.

Section Modulus

A geometric property of a cross-section used in engineering to determine how a beam or structural element will deform under load.

Twistability

The ability of a material or structure to undergo twisting deformation without failing, relevant in engineering and materials science.