The process by which we define others based on observable cues such as ascribed status characteristics and individual attributes is called
A)impression formation.
B)controlled projection.
C)assumption formation.
D)formulaic reputation.

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Impression formation is the process by which we form opinions or judgments about others based on observable cues such as ascribed status characteristics (gender, race, age, etc.) and individual attributes (personality, behavior, etc.). This process involves synthesizing the available information to arrive at a coherent understanding of the person in question, which may or may not be accurate.

The Process by Which We Define Others Based on Observable