The Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis Predicts That Aggressive Behavior Follows the Failure

question 72

Multiple Choice

The frustration-aggression hypothesis predicts that aggressive behavior follows the failure to attain a goal. The hypothesis is supported when an individual hits and curses at a vending machine that fails to deliver a cold drink after money has been inserted. This scenario illustrates the ________ reasoning process.

• A) reductive
• B) deductive
• C) inductive
• D) hypothetico-deductive

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Definitions:

Elimination Of Prejudice

The process of removing biases or preconceived notions against people or groups.

Ingroup Favoritism

The tendency to favor members of one's own group over those in other groups in terms of trust, liking, and resource allocation.

Stereotyping

The act of assigning generalized attributes to an individual or group based on perceived membership in a certain category or social group.

Stigma By Association

The prejudice and discrimination that individuals experience as a result of being closely connected to a stigmatized person or group.