Study pages "Influences on Perception" and "Common Tendencies in Perception". Reflect on what you have read as it relates to you and post your responses to the following:

1. In situations when you meet people for the first time, which influence or tendency do you believe MOST influences your perception of the other person. i.e. What influences your first impressions? Why do you think that is?
2. Provide a specific example of the impact (either positive or negative) this had on you and/or the other person.