On a recent episode of "Britain's Got Talent," many viewers were shocked and surprised when a 40-something year old woman who had rather plain looks sang a rendition of "I Dreamed A Dream," that was absolutely incredible. The judges lauded her with praise and she passed the first level of the competition. Many people who were interviewed suggested that they had not expected her to do so well, and admitted that her rather plain appearance is what caused them to be so surprised. This is an unfortunate example of the ___________ bias.
a. attractiveness
b. self-serving
c. fundamental attributional
d. Pygmalion
Answer: A
Psychology
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