Exploring the Difference between Bias and Prejudice
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What is the Halo Effect?

  • When one positive trait of a person distorts perceptions of everything else about that person. (correct)
  • When a person is prejudiced against others based on their age.
  • When a person is surrounded by a bright light, creating a halo effect.
  • When a person is prejudiced against others based on their appearance.
  • Which of the following is an example of Classism?

  • Believing that women are weaker and less capable than men.
  • Considering all Chinese as virus carriers due to COVID-19.
  • Thinking that the poor are uneducated and unworthy of government help. (correct)
  • Having prejudicial attitudes towards older people.
  • What is the main difference between prejudice and discrimination?

  • Prejudice refers to behavior, while discrimination refers to thoughts or attitudes.
  • Prejudice refers to specific actions, while discrimination refers to general attitudes.
  • Prejudice refers to thoughts or attitudes, while discrimination refers to behavior. (correct)
  • Prejudice refers to positive opinions, while discrimination refers to negative opinions.
  • What does Ageism refer to?

    <p>Prejudiced attitude towards older people and the aging process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of prejudice involves the belief that groups of people can be separated based on race dominance?

    <p>Racism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Sexism based on?

    <p>Sex or gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main impact of bias and prejudice on our dealings?

    <p>Negatively influence our interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bias occurs when people rely too heavily on the initial information they find?

    <p>Anchoring Bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Confirmation Bias entail?

    <p>Favoring and remembering information that supports one's existing beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation does Conformity Bias typically occur?

    <p>When a person sacrifices personal judgement to please a group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during Media Bias?

    <p>Journalists manipulate news coverage to suit their preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario best exemplifies the concept of Bias as described in the text?

    <p>'I chose you because I believed others are not as good as you.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Types of Bias and Prejudice

    • The Halo Effect is a cognitive bias where the overall impression of a person, group, or thing influences specific judgments or feelings about them.
    • An example of Classism is when a person is denied a job or promotion due to their social class or background.
    • The main difference between prejudice and discrimination is that prejudice is an unjustified attitude towards a group, while discrimination is the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different groups.
    • Ageism refers to the discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their age.
    • Racism involves the belief that groups of people can be separated based on race dominance, and is a form of prejudice.

    Biases and Their Impacts

    • Sexism is based on the belief that one gender is superior to the other.
    • The main impact of bias and prejudice on our dealings is that they can lead to unfair treatment, discrimination, and social injustices.
    • Anchoring Bias occurs when people rely too heavily on the initial information they find, and it influences their subsequent judgments or decisions.
    • Confirmation Bias entails the tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information that confirms one's preconceptions, and ignore or reject information that contradicts them.
    • Conformity Bias typically occurs when individuals adapt to the opinions or behaviors of a group, often at the expense of their own judgment or opinions.

    Media Bias

    • Media Bias occurs when the media presents information in a way that is biased, unfair, or incomplete, often to influence public opinion or perception.
    • A scenario that best exemplifies the concept of Bias is when a company hires only young employees, ignoring qualified older candidates, due to the belief that youth is more innovative and productive.

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    This quiz delves into the distinctions between bias and prejudice, two terms often used interchangeably. Bias is defined as a preference for or against something, while prejudice involves preconceived opinions that are not based on reason or actual experience. Test your understanding of these concepts with scenarios provided in the quiz.

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