If a Supervisor Assumes That an Old Worker Is Not

question 45

Multiple Choice

If a supervisor assumes that an old worker is not as physically strong as a young worker,he or she is making judgments based on _____.

• A) prejudice
• B) norms
• C) ethics
• D) sexism

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Definitions:

Mental Effort

The amount of cognitive resources required to perform a task or understand a concept.

Introspective

A reflective process where an individual examines their own thoughts, feelings, and motives.

A Priori

Knowledge or justification that is independent of experience, typically involving logical reasoning or deduction.

Cognitive Misers

A theory suggesting individuals prefer to minimize mental effort in decision making and problem solving, relying on heuristics and shortcuts.