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Stereotypical bias

Description

(Often used interchangeably with implicit stereotype) Acting on stereotypical beliefs, often unconsciously.

Stereotypical bias in business decision

During performance reviews, a manager might unknowingly use gender-stereotypical language, describing male employees as "assertive" and female employees with similar behavior as "abrasive."

Stereotypical bias in personal life decision

You unconsciously expect a quiet person to be shy rather than talkative, even though personality traits vary.