Gemma prided herself on her good fashion sense and made sure she looked "just right" everyday. At college when she attended her first English 101 class, Gemma was dismayed to discover that her professor was an older woman who wore an outdated outfit and no makeup. In that moment, Gemma decided that she wasn't going to learn anything of value in the class, revealing how her attitudes about personal appearance influence her ______.

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Gemma's reaction to her professor's appearance, particularly noting the professor's age and choice of attire, indicates a preconceived notion or bias about what older individuals can offer, especially in a learning environment. This reflects her cultural assumptions about age, suggesting that she equates modern or stylish appearance with the ability to provide valuable knowledge, which is a stereotype.

Gemma Prided Herself on Her Good Fashion Sense and Made