Which of the Following Statements Regarding Stereotypes Is FALSE

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding stereotypes is FALSE?

• A) Stereotyping is a useful way of combining information in order to deal with information overload.
• B) Stereotypes can cause inaccuracies in retrieving information.
• C) Stereotypes sharpen individual differences between people.
• D) Stereotypes can prevent managers from getting to know people as individuals.
• E) Stereotypes can prevent managers from accurately assessing the needs, preferences, and abilities of employees.

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Binomial Probability

The probability of achieving a specific number of successes in a fixed number of independent trials, where each trial has two possible outcomes.

Normal Curve

A bell-shaped curve depicting the distribution of many types of data; most scores are near the mean, with fewer scores toward the extremes.

Normal Distribution

In this probability distribution, symmetry is observed around the mean, illustrating that nearer data points are more common than distant ones.

Sample Size

The number of observations or data points collected in a sample from a larger population.