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When Mary thinks about what a dog is, several very different-looking animals come to mind, including greyhounds, German shepherds, cocker spaniels, and Chihuahuas. Which one of the following views of concept learning best characterizes Mary's knowledge of the concept dog?


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Gender Stereotyping

The practice of ascribing to individuals specific attributes, characteristics, or roles based solely on their gender.

Selective Perception

A cognitive process where individuals interpret and focus on specific stimuli while ignoring others, based on their interests, backgrounds, and attitudes.

Halo Effect

A cognitive bias where an individual's overall impression of a person, brand, or product influences their feelings and thoughts about that entity's character or properties.

Public Speaker

An individual who speaks to an audience with the goal of informing, persuading, or entertaining them.

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