What concept do all of the following statements best reflect? We are most likely to associate stereotypes with people we don’t know. A street cop may be at high risk of bias affect... What concept do all of the following statements best reflect? We are most likely to associate stereotypes with people we don’t know. A street cop may be at high risk of bias affecting her when she witnesses a furtive movement; she is not sure whether the person is reaching for his license or a gun. A parole officer might be affected by biases when it is not clear whether the client is lying or not. A deputy is at low risk of bias when he is engaged in a non-discretionary decision, such as conducting a search incident to an arrest.
Understand the Problem
The question asks you to identify the concept that is best illustrated by the provided statements. The statements describe situations where biases can influence perceptions and decisions, particularly in situations with uncertainty or limited information.
Answer
Implicit bias.
The statements provided reflect the concept of implicit bias, which refers to unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding and actions, especially in ambiguous situations.
Answer for screen readers
The statements provided reflect the concept of implicit bias, which refers to unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding and actions, especially in ambiguous situations.
More Information
Implicit biases are often different from our declared beliefs. Everyone possesses them, even people with avowed commitments to impartiality. They can affect decisions in many aspects of life, from hiring to criminal justice.
Tips
It is important to identify your own biases and then actively engage in debiasing techniques to address them.
Sources
- Implicit Bias Explained - Perception Institute - perception.org
- What is the concept of implicit bias and why does it occur? - Quora - quora.com
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