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Biased by Jennifer Eberhardt
Contributed by: Hewitt
  • 1. What is the primary focus of Jennifer Eberhardt's book 'Biased'?
A) Psychological effects of discrimination
B) Economic disparities in education
C) The impact of racial bias on society
D) The history of racism in America
  • 2. Which psychological concept does Eberhardt discuss extensively in her book?
A) Fundamental attribution error
B) Cognitive dissonance
C) Confirmation bias
D) Implicit bias
  • 3. How does Eberhardt suggest implicit bias can be mitigated?
A) Awareness and training
B) Strict laws against racism
C) Social media campaigns
D) Increased policing
  • 4. In her conclusions, Eberhardt argues for a society that is more aware of what?
A) Economic challenges
B) Historical injustices
C) Implicit biases
D) Legal definitions of bias
  • 5. Eberhardt's research primarily draws on which field of study?
A) Political science
B) Psychology
C) Sociology
D) Economics
  • 6. What type of studies does Eberhardt mention as revealing bias?
A) Field studies
B) Qualitative interviews
C) Case studies
D) Historical research
  • 7. Which demographic does Eberhardt focus on when discussing the implications of bias?
A) Asian individuals
B) White individuals
C) Hispanic individuals
D) Black individuals
  • 8. What does Eberhardt say about the relationship between bias and perception?
A) Bias shapes how we perceive others
B) Perception determines our biases
C) Bias only affects judgment, not perception
D) Perception is completely objective
  • 9. What approach does Eberhardt advocate for to reduce bias in law enforcement?
A) Increased surveillance
B) Community engagement
C) More funding for police
D) Aggressive policing tactics
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