Central Processing, One of the Major Components of Information Processing

question 59

Multiple Choice

Central processing, one of the major components of information processing, is best described as the

• A) auditory perception of a stimulus.
• B) visual perception of a stimulus.
• C) classification of a stimulus through the use of memory, reasoning, and evaluation.
• D) choice of a single response from among many possible responses.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to over-emphasize personality traits and underestimate situational factors when explaining another's behavior.

Internal Factors

Elements within an organization that can influence its performance, including its culture, policies, employee skills, and management capabilities.

External Factors

Elements outside of an organization that can affect its performance and strategies, such as market trends, regulations, and economic conditions.

Projection

A psychological defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own undesirable feelings, motives, or intentions to someone or something else.