Because Janie Has More Experience with People from Her Own

question 115

Multiple Choice

Because Janie has more experience with people from her own race, she is better able to recognize people from her own race and tends to show a bias in perceiving persons from other racial and ethnic groups, which is known as

• A)the apparent-distance hypothesis.
• B)the other-race effect.
• C)color blindness.
• D)the psi phenomena.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

A variable that is manipulated by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Research Hypothesis

A specific, clear, and testable statement predicting a particular outcome or difference based on theoretical grounds or previous research.

Power-Oriented Practices

Actions or strategies aimed at establishing, maintaining, or demonstrating power or authority within a social or organizational context.

Disciplinary Practices

Methods or strategies used to correct or manage behavior, often discussed in the context of education or parenting.