The Tendency to Form a Favorable or Unfavorable Impression of Someone

question 53

Multiple Choice

The tendency to form a favorable or unfavorable impression of someone at the first meeting is called the __________

• A) bias effect.
• B) interview bias.
• C) halo effect.
• D) subject bias effect.

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Definitions:

External Forces

Factors or influences originating outside an individual that can impact their behavior, decisions, or psychological state.

Systematic Desensitization

A therapeutic technique aimed at reducing anxiety and fear responses by gradually exposing the individual to the feared object or context while teaching relaxation strategies.

Pathological Fear

An intense, irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that is disproportionate to the actual threat or danger it poses.

Vivid Scenes

Vivid scenes refer to highly detailed and clear images or descriptions, often evoking strong mental or emotional responses.