Questions and Answers
What is the first stage of forming perceptions?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing the selection stage of perception?
During which stage of forming perceptions do we classify traits into categories?
What is an example of a motive that influences attention during the selection stage?
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In the negotiation stage, what is a key aspect of influencing perceptions?
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Why might someone notice repeated stimuli according to the selection stage?
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What is a consequence of perpetuating stereotypes during the organisation stage?
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Which of the following factors would likely cause a person to notice a change from their usual routine?
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What are the components of perception checking in communication?
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What does a request for clarification aim to achieve in perception checking?
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In perception checking, what makes non-verbal congruence essential?
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How do cultural rules influence perception checking?
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Which of the following is a possible interpretation in perception checking?
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What is a primary factor that influences our perceptions?
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Which effect leads individuals to form an overall negative impression based on one characteristic?
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What does ethnocentrism refer to in terms of cultural perception?
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How do physiological influences affect perception?
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Which of the following statements illustrates the self-serving bias?
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What is a common tendency in perception regarding first impressions?
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What term refers to the act of evaluating or validating our perceptions?
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Which bias leads people to assume others' views mirror their own?
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Study Notes
Stages of Forming Perception
- Selection: Focus on eye-catching traits or behaviors, leading to stereotyping.
- Organization: Categorize traits or behaviors to simplify understanding.
- Interpretation: Justify the organized perceptions based on personal experiences, assumptions, and attitudes.
- Negotiation: Share perspectives to influence and adjust others' perceptions through communication.
Factors Influencing Perception
- Physiological Influences: Impact of the five senses, age, health, fatigue, and psychological challenges.
- Social Roles: Influences from gender, occupation, and relationships that shape perceptions.
- Cultural Differences: Ethnocentrism, the belief in the superiority of one's own culture over others.
Common Tendencies in Perception
- Self-Serving Bias: Judging oneself more favorably than others.
- First Impressions: Initial perceptions lead to the halo effect (positive) and devil effect (negative).
- Assuming Similar Views: Believing others share the same perspectives.
- Blame Obvious Stimuli: Overlooking hidden causes while focusing on identifiable triggers.
Perception Checking
- Engaging in perception checking involves three key components:
- Describe observed behavior without assumptions.
- Offer at least two interpretations of the behavior.
- Request clarification about the interpretation and the actual reason behind the behavior.
Perception Checking Considerations
- Completeness: Sometimes a simple inquiry suffices to clarify perceptions.
- Non-Verbal Congruency: Align verbal checks with body language for effectiveness.
- Cultural Rules: Adhere to context-specific communication styles.
- Face Saving: Approach sensitive topics tactfully to avoid confrontation.
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This quiz focuses on the concept of perceptions covered in COM2533 during Week 2. It examines the stages involved in forming perceptions, including selection, organization, and interpretation. Test your understanding of these fundamental stages and their implications.
