In a classic study, psychologists were admitted to a psychiatric hospital with a false diagnosis of schizophrenia

They behaved in normal ways, but the staff saw their behavior as signs of schizophrenia. This study illustrates the power of _____
a) false perception.
b) psychologists' acting ability.
c) a perceptual set.
d) ignorance.


Answer: c A

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