Question

When a mentally challenged candidate is overlooked by a recruiter even though he possesses skills that are perfect for the job, which perceptual distortion is likely to be experienced by the recruiter?

a. Halo effect
b. Selective perception
c. Ability stereotypes
d. Projection
e. Self-fulfilling prophecy

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. Ability stereotypes

Step-by-step explanation:

Ability stereotypes imply incorrect or inaccurate perceptions about people with different abilities including people with intellectual or cognitive disabilities or mentally challenged people. This often means people consider mentally challenged people unable to perform tasks, understand certain information, among others.

This type of stereotyping occurs in the situation presented because the recruiter is not considering a specific candidate because he/she is mentally challenged. However, this condition does not imply the candidate does not have the skills or qualities to be in this job. Indeed, this candidate can be more suitable than an individual with regular intellectual abilities.