Barriers to Accurate Perception Quiz
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What is a potential consequence of first impressions?

  • Blocking new information that contradicts the initial impression (correct)
  • Enhancing memory retention of subsequent encounters
  • Encouraging unbiased judgments
  • Facilitating open-mindedness towards others

Why do individuals tend to stereotype others?

  • To appreciate people's uniqueness
  • To avoid assumptions based on certain characteristics
  • To categorize people based on assumptions (correct)
  • To prevent understanding others' perspectives

What is the danger of assuming others are similar to us?

  • Encouraging open communication
  • Enhancing diversity and inclusivity
  • Misunderstanding others' perspectives (correct)
  • Promoting empathy and understanding

Why do we tend to believe the most obvious?

<p>It is easy to assume that the most obvious is also the cause of an event (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three parts of Perception Checking?

<p>A description of the behavior, two possible interpretations, a request for clarification (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Perception Checking?

<p>To accurately understand others rather than assuming the first interpretation is correct (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should one be aware of regarding class background and culture in communication?

<p>Their influence on our perceptions and interpretations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use descriptive words instead of judgmental words when talking about someone?

<p>To promote understanding and avoid misinterpretation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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