Asked by Stephanie Matos on Jun 28, 2024
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Ravi and Luke went to see the play "Out of Sorts." Luke loved the show while Ravi did not enjoy it as much. When Luke asked Ravi why he didn't like it, Ravi explained that while the show was good, he had seen the same show in New York City and thought it was much better there. Ravi has experienced which perceptual distortion?
A) selective attention
B) contrast effect
C) self-fulfilling prophecy
D) primacy effect
Contrast Effect
A cognitive bias where the difference between two things is exaggerated because they are compared directly to each other.
Perceptual Distortion
A cognitive bias that affects how one perceives reality, often leading to inaccuracies or misinterpretations.
Selective Attention
The process by which one focuses on certain stimuli within the environment while ignoring others, thereby allocating cognitive resources to relevant information.
- Gain insight into the various perceptual distortions and their impact on assessments in interpersonal contexts.
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Zybrea KnightJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Ravi is experiencing the contrast effect, where his perception of the current show is negatively influenced by his comparison to the previous, superior performance he saw in New York City.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the various perceptual distortions and their impact on assessments in interpersonal contexts.