Jeff Has Had Problems in the Past with Employees Who

question 44

Multiple Choice

Jeff has had problems in the past with employees who smoke because they always took more than fifteen minutes on their breaks. During an interview with a potential new employee, Jeff notices that she smells of smoke. Though she had the necessary qualifications and effectively answered all of his questions, Jeff chose not to hire her. This is an example of the ___.

• A) representation bias
• B) framing error
• C) anchoring effect
• D) representation bias.
• E) confirmation error.

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Definitions:

Minority Slowness Effect

A phenomenon where individuals in a numerical minority during decision-making processes take longer to make decisions.

Dissenters

Individuals who express opposition to the majority opinion, which can lead to social change or conflict.

Self-Confident

Having a strong belief in one's own abilities and competence.

Willing To Compromise

The readiness of an individual or party to make concessions to reach a mutual agreement or resolve a conflict.