We Don't Evaluate a Person in Isolation

question 54

Multiple Choice

We don't evaluate a person in isolation. Our reaction to a person is influenced by other persons we have recently encountered. This is known as the ________.

• A) halo effect
• B) contrast effect
• C) confirmation bias
• D) framing effect
• E) impact bias

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Definitions:

Pluralist Model

A theoretical model of power in society as coming from the representation of diverse interests of different groups in society.

Power Elite Theories

Theories suggesting that societies are ruled by a small group of individuals who hold the majority of power and wealth.

Rational-Legal Authority

A form of leadership where authority is largely tied to legal rationality, legal legitimacy, and bureaucracy.

Bureaucracies Formation

The process of establishing a system or complex of officials and procedures for managing an organization or government.