Which theory states that we rely on deductions based on a combination of physical characteristics, personality traits, and behavior to draw conclusions about others?

A. attribution
B. implicit personality theory
C. impression management
D. perception


B

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What will be an ideal response?

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Ever since the outbreak of Ebola in Africa, the U.S. Health Department has been flooded with inquiries about the various aspects of the disease

To respond to a majority of the queries, the department decided to have certain officials distribute pamphlets, brochures, and booklets to increase awareness of the disease. Such officials are called ____________ officers. a) public information b) public relations c) community relations d) corporate communication

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The FCC regulates the rates of the long-distance telephone market under a framework known as

a. rate-of-return b. cost-plus c. price cap regulation d. a public service commission e. none of the above

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Which of the following is true concerning high- and low-power-distance cultures and group membership?

a) In high-power-distance cultures, power is concentrated in the hands of a few. b) In high-power-distance cultures, power is evenly distributed. c) In low-power-distance cultures, people are taught to have great respect for authority. d) In high-power-distance cultures, friends are chosen from outside your cultural class.

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