An Individual's Expectations Have Little Effect on Perception

question 72

True/False

An individual's expectations have little effect on perception.

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Definitions:

Violent Crime

Acts that involve force or threat of force against others, including assault, robbery, and homicide.

Instrumental Traits

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Expressive Traits

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Talcott Parsons

An influential American sociologist known for his development of a general theory for the study of society called action theory.