Asked by Kymberly Barnes on Sep 29, 2024
Vinita is the only woman sportscaster with the network.Studies suggest that one of the most effective ways for her to overcome status generalization biases would be to
A) only cover women's sports.
B) act as feminine as possible while still covering all sports events.
C) announce her right to high status during meetings.
D) demonstrate her commitment to the group's goals by expending extra effort.
E) remind members that evaluations based on sex are illegal in the workplace.
Status Generalization
The process by which individuals extrapolate others' broader social status based on limited or irrelevant information.
Sportscaster
A journalist who reports and provides commentary on sports events, either on television or radio.
High Status
Occupying a position of superior rank, prestige, or respect within a social hierarchy.
- Gain insight into the notion of status characteristics and how they affect interactions among group members.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the notion of status characteristics and how they affect interactions among group members.