At the Heart of a Computer Is Its Central Processing

question 8

Multiple Choice

At the heart of a computer is its central processing unit. The CPU's job is:

• A)To fetch instructions
• B)To carry out the operations commanded by the instructions
• C)To produce some outcome or resultant information
• D)All of the above
• E)None of the above

Recognize different perceptual errors, including similarity error, contrast error, overweighting of negative information, first-impression error, race, gender, and age bias.

Identify the elements that influence person perception including the characteristics of the perceived, the perceiver, and the situational context.

Learn the effects of perceptual biases on employment interviews and workforce diversity.

Understand the definitions and implications of the Pygmalion and Golem effects in organizational behavior.

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Definitions:

Psychological

Relating to the mind or mental processes, often in terms of their impact on behavior.

Extrinsic

Motivation or rewards that come from external sources, rather than from within oneself.

Financial

Pertaining to monetary dealings or the management of funds in a business or personal context.