Some factors distort our perceptions. One such factor, _______, creates an expectation of what specific situations, people or events will be like.
A) stereotyping
B) jumping to conclusions
C) the halo effect
D) first impressions

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Stereotyping creates preconceived notions about certain groups of people, situations or events, leading to a distorted perception. The other options also contribute to distorted perceptions, but do not directly relate to creating expectations. Jumping to conclusions, for example, involves making assumptions without enough evidence, while the halo effect refers to the tendency to see everything about a person or situation in a positive light after an initial positive impression. First impressions refer to the initial judgment we make about a person, which can also be distorted, but not necessarily due to creating expectations.

Some Factors Distort Our Perceptions