Scientific Definition
We recognize faces from our own race more accurately than others.
Plain-English Definition
We recognize faces from our own race more accurately than others.
Feynman Explanation
The brain pattern-matches what it has most data on.
Core Principle
We recognize faces from our own race more accurately than others.
Mechanisms
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We recognize faces from our own race more accurately than others.
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Hiring and customer-recognition systems inherit the bias.
Inputs (Triggers)
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Outputs (Behaviors)
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Behavioral Signature
The brain pattern-matches what it has most data on.
Examples
- Eyewitness identification errors compound by race.
- Hiring and customer-recognition systems inherit the bias.
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Famous Experiments
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Design Principles
- Diversify exposure intentionally; use structured identification protocols.
Measurement Approaches
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Evidence
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The Perverse Incentive Lens™
How this behavior is exploited — and how to redesign around it.
- Diversify exposure intentionally; use structured identification protocols.
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