Samantha's Rating in a Job Interview Is High in Contrast

question 19

Multiple Choice

Samantha's rating in a job interview is high in contrast to the candidate who was interviewed directly before her, who was rated extremely low. In this case, Samantha's high rating can be partially attributed to the ________.

• A) confirmation bias
• B) contrast effect
• C) fundamental attribution error
• D) self-serving bias
• E) bandwagon effect

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Definitions:

Cialdini

Psychologist Robert Cialdini is known for his research on the psychology of persuasion, identifying key principles that influence people to say yes to requests.

Sociometer Model

A psychological theory suggesting that self-esteem serves as an internal monitor of one's social acceptance or rejection.

Anterior Cingulate Cortex

A region of the brain involved in emotion regulation, decision-making, and the processing of physical and social pain.

Ventromedial Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the brain involved in processing risk and fear, decision-making, and the regulation of emotional responses.