The Perceptual Distortion Caused by the Tendency to Define Problems

question 61

Multiple Choice

The perceptual distortion caused by the tendency to define problems from one's own point of view is known as __________.

• A) projection
• B) stereotyping
• C) halo effect
• D) selective perception

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