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D. Perception

1. Perception

Perception is an important concept of great relevance in HRM. It affects

behaviour of people. Simply stated the concept of perception says that what

one sees is not the same as what there is to be seen.

2. Stimuli

Stimuli include shapes, movements, colours, sounds, touch, smell, etc which

our senses come in contact with

3. Why do perceptions differ?

Perceptions differ because of

a) Limitations of our sensory capacity

b) Inadequate contact with world outside

c) Inadequate data from world outside

d) Limitations of past experiences,

e) e) Our own beliefs and values developed during education and

upbringing and later life.