You Have Heard That Dean X Has a Reputation for Being

question 2

Multiple Choice

You have heard that Dean X has a reputation for being very arrogant and condescending to students.One day your professor sends you to see the Dean to discuss an important educational issue.You are quite apprehensive when you enter the Dean's office and act very nervous and anxious.Since Dean X does not suffer fools, he snaps at you, thus confirming the _____ that you evoked.

• A)self-fulfilling corroborations
• B)expectancy confirmations
• C)behavioral verifications
• D)likelihood substantiations

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Definitions:

Implicit Biases

Unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that influence an individual’s understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner.

Racial Attitudes

The beliefs, feelings, and predispositions that individuals have towards people of different racial backgrounds.

White Privilege

The benefits that are automatically given to White Americans of European descent on the basis of their skin color.

Defensive

A psychological state or attitude where an individual is quick to protect themselves from criticism, harm, or unpleasant truths.