When people judge someone on the basis of their perception of a group to which that person belongs, they are using the shortcut called ________.
A) stereotyping
B) self-serving bias
C) assumed similarity
D) the halo effect

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Stereotyping is the shortcut where individuals make assumptions about someone based on their perception of a particular group to which the person belongs. The individual is not judging the person based on their own unique qualities, but instead relying on generalized assumptions about the group. Self-serving bias refers to individuals taking credit for their successes while blaming external factors for their failures. Assumed similarity is the assumption that others share the same beliefs or values as oneself. The halo effect is the tendency to judge someone based on their positive qualities while disregarding their flaws or negative traits.

When People Judge Someone on the Basis of Their Perception