First impressions

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8 Oct 2006

Studies have shown that first impressions correlate closely to evaluations based on extensive knowledge. What you think of when you meet someone is likely the same thing people think that have known him for years.

Cheyene
November 6, 2006 8:11 PM

yeah they r important. i am doing sci fair on them! its soooo much fun!!!!!!!!!!!

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