Brisa Recently Had a Baby

question 23

Multiple Choice

Brisa recently had a baby.When she returned from maternity leave,her manager assumed that she would want to work fewer hours and would be distracted by things at home.Although Brisa's performance remained as high as it had been before the baby,her boss gave her lower marks on her performance appraisal.It is likely her manager made an error due to ______.

• A) similarity
• B) stereotyping
• C) proximity
• D) contrast

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Definitions:

Emotional Dimension

Refers to aspects of interactions that involve feelings, mood, and emotional states, influencing how individuals perceive and react to situations.

Responsible Expression

Conveying thoughts and feelings in a way that is considerate of others and takes accountability.

Stimulus

A change in the environment that elicits a response.

Emotion Misconception

A misunderstanding or incorrect belief regarding the nature, cause, or process of emotions.