The psychology department at a college is trying to decide w…
The psychology department at a college is trying to decide whether to take a chance and hire Dr. Amanda Cole. Amanda is young and inexperienced, but she is enthusiastic and very well liked by her students. Prior to their department meeting, every member of the department is initially leaning toward taking the chance and hiring Amanda. At the department discussion, members strongly emphasize Amanda’s strengths and minimize her weaknesses. According to your text, what is this called?